US Bridges

FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 1.23 Mi. E of SR-3 Jct. · Structure no. 79SR3850004

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
239 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,765
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 6 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 12,765 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,600 by 2041. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 385
CrossesRaleigh-Millington RD
Location1.23 Mi. E of SR-3 Jct.
RouteState Highway 385
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.33022, -89.89878
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length239 ft (72.8 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,765 (2021)
Projected traffic19,600 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD carry?

About 12,765 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD?

The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 385 over Raleigh-Millington RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.