US Bridges

FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway

Poor

Shelby County, Tennessee · Perkins RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79K28140009

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
139 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,303
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 21,303 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,216 by 2041. The structure is 139 ft (42.5 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2814 348583D
CrossesPedestrian Walkway
LocationPerkins RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2814
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.145, -89.90784
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length139 ft (42.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.4 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,303 (2021)
Projected traffic28,216 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$626,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway carry?

About 21,303 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway?

The structure is 139 ft (42.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2814 348583D over Pedestrian Walkway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.