US Bridges

FAU 2826 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Park Ave - Memphis · Structure no. 79L28260001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,152
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2826 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 2826 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 31,152 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,880 by 2041. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2826
CrossesBranch
LocationPark Ave - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2826
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.10747, -89.93508
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,152 (2021)
Projected traffic24,880 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$881,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2826 over Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2826 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2826 over Branch carry?

About 31,152 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2826 over Branch?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2826 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.