US Bridges

FAU 2872 over Days Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Raines RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79S82420003

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,027
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2872 over Days Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2872 over Days Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 22,027 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,280 by 2041. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2872
CrossesDays Creek
LocationRaines RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2872
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.03547, -90.00005
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,027 (2021)
Projected traffic29,280 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$388,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2872 over Days Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2872 over Days 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2872 over Days Creek carry?

About 22,027 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2872 over Days Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2872 over Days Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.