US Bridges

FAS 177 over Ditch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · North of Wolf River · Structure no. 79SR1770005

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
59,405
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 177 over Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 177 over Ditch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 59,405 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,048 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 169 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 177
CrossesDitch
LocationNorth of Wolf River
RouteState Highway 177
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.12461, -89.79881
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width169 ft (51.5 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59,405 (2021)
Projected traffic95,048 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$565,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 177 over Ditch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 177 over 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 177 over Ditch carry?

About 59,405 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAS 177 over Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 169 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 177 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.