US Bridges

FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd

PoorPosted for load

Shelby County, Tennessee · Monroe Ave - Memphis · Structure no. 79SR0830019

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
82 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,732
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,732 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,371 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 60 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFAU 2851
CrossesMonroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd
LocationMonroe Ave - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2851
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.142, -90.04491
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,732 (2021)
Projected traffic4,371 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$562,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd carry?

About 2,732 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2851 over Monroe Ave/D Thomas Blvd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.