I40 over Branch
GoodBenton County, Tennessee · 1 Mi. from Decatur Co.Ln. · Structure no. 03I00400001
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,722
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over Branch in Benton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 34,722 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,555 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I40 over Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 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 2024.
How much traffic does I40 over Branch carry?
About 34,722 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns I40 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.