US Bridges

FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.6 M N of I-40 · Structure no. 79SR0140027

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
260 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
42,682
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 42,682 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,291 by 2042. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 181 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

CarriesFAP 14
CrossesWolf River Overflow
Location0.6 M N of I-40
RouteState Highway 14
Coordinates35.1968, -89.92506
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length260 ft (79.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width181 ft (55.1 m)
Roadway width148 ft (45.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,682 (2021)
Projected traffic68,291 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2022.

How much traffic does FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow carry?

About 42,682 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow?

The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 181 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 14 over Wolf River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.