I40 over 6th Ave S
GoodDavidson County, Tennessee · I40/6th Ave S · Structure no. 19I00400088
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 117 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 141,104
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over 6th Ave S is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I40 over 6th Ave S in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 141,104 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 200,094 by 2042. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 64 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I40 over 6th Ave S built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over 6th Ave S 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does I40 over 6th Ave S carry?
About 141,104 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I40 over 6th Ave S?
The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns I40 over 6th Ave S?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.