US Bridges

FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Union over D. Thomas Blvd · Structure no. 79SR0010005

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
82 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,135
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1 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 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 15,135 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,216 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 3
CrossesSR-3 / SR-1
LocationUnion over D. Thomas Blvd
RouteU.S. Route 51
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.14111, -90.04506
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,135 (2021)
Projected traffic24,216 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1 built?

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

What condition is FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1 carry?

About 15,135 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 3 over SR-3 / SR-1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.