I-65 over Branch
FairCullman County, Alabama · 3 MI S JCT US 278 · Structure no. 006478
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 52,265
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-65 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I-65 over Branch in Cullman County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 52,265 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,171 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I-65 over Branch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-65 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does I-65 over Branch carry?
About 52,265 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is I-65 over Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-65 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.