US Bridges

FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 1 MI S of I-40 JCT · Structure no. 79SR0140023

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
1,185 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
27,391
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 85 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 27,391 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,826 by 2042. The structure is 1,185 ft (361.2 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 14 348511A
Crosses02800 0K274 & CSX RR
Location1 MI S of I-40 JCT
RouteState Highway 14
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.17397, -89.94125
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6 (+29 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,185 ft (361.2 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,391 (2021)
Projected traffic43,826 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$30.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR 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 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR carry?

About 27,391 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR?

The structure is 1,185 ft (361.2 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 14 348511A over 02800 0K274 & CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.