FAU 385 over Branch
GoodShelby County, Tennessee · 1.1 MI E of SR177 JCT · Structure no. 79SR3850069
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 56 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70,582
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 385 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 385 over Branch 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 70,582 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 116,848 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 385 over Branch built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 385 over Branch 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does FAU 385 over Branch carry?
About 70,582 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FAU 385 over Branch?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m).
Who owns FAU 385 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.