US Bridges

FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · In Memphis City Limits · Structure no. 79SR0040015

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
294 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
37,328
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 37,328 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,725 by 2042. The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 4
CrossesNonconnah Creek
LocationIn Memphis City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 78
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07772, -89.95242
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length294 ft (89.6 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.2 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.2 m)
Roadway width82 ft (24.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,328 (2021)
Projected traffic59,725 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 4 over Nonconnah 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek carry?

About 37,328 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek?

The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.2 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 4 over Nonconnah Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.