US Bridges

FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Holmes RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79SR0040035

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
238 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,494
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 22,494 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,990 by 2042. The structure is 238 ft (72.4 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1450 (sa 7901)
CrossesHolmes RD / Lamar Ave
LocationHolmes RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 1450
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.00583, -89.8875
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length238 ft (72.4 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.2 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.7 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,494 (2021)
Projected traffic35,990 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave 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 FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave carry?

About 22,494 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave?

The structure is 238 ft (72.4 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.2 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1450 (sa 7901) over Holmes RD / Lamar Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.