FAU 385 over Branch
GoodShelby County, Tennessee · 0.25 Mi. E of Quince RD · Structure no. 79SR3850083
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 56 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90,458
- 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 1999, so it is 26 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 90,458 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 113,154 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1999, making it 26 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 385 over Branch carry?
About 90,458 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 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns FAU 385 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.