US Bridges

FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd.

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Shelby County, Tennessee · Plough Blvd - Memphis · Structure no. 79K28100003

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
188 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36,663
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd. is a concrete continuous frame carrying FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd. in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 36,663 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,840 by 2041. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 131 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2810
CrossesDemocrat Rd.
LocationPlough Blvd - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2810
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.06842, -89.98569
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width131 ft (39.9 m)
Roadway width130 ft (39.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,663 (2021)
Projected traffic71,840 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd. built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd. carry?

About 36,663 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd.?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 131 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2810 over Democrat Rd.?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.