US Bridges

FAP 14 over Paved Ditch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.1 MI S of I-55 JCT · Structure no. 79SR0140055

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
48,162
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 14 over Paved Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 14 over Paved Ditch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 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 48,162 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 77,059 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 14
CrossesPaved Ditch
Location0.1 MI S of I-55 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 61
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07778, -90.05694
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,162 (2021)
Projected traffic77,059 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$536,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 14 over Paved Ditch built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 14 over Paved Ditch 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 over Paved Ditch carry?

About 48,162 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 14 over Paved Ditch?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAP 14 over Paved Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.