US Bridges

FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Raines RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79S82420001

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,008
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 5 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 23,008 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,320 by 2041. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2872
CrossesCypress Creek
LocationRaines RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2872
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.03531, -90.07203
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.7 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,008 (2021)
Projected traffic28,320 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$1.5 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek 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 2872 over Cypress Creek carry?

About 23,008 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2872 over Cypress Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.