I65 over Branch
FairCullman County, Alabama · 2 MI N JCT SR 91 · Structure no. 006096
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 44,987
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I65 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I65 over Branch in Cullman County, Alabama. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 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 44,987 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,786 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I65 over Branch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I65 over Branch 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does I65 over Branch carry?
About 44,987 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is I65 over Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I65 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.