US Bridges

I65 over Pages Branch

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · .1 M S Trinity Lane · Structure no. 19I00650061

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
54 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
182,508
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over Pages Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I65 over Pages Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 182,508 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 269,888 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesPages Branch
Location.1 M S Trinity Lane
RouteInterstate I0065
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.20269, -86.77656
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic182,508 (2021)
Projected traffic269,888 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over Pages Branch built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 over Pages 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 2024.

How much traffic does I65 over Pages Branch carry?

About 182,508 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I65 over Pages Branch?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns I65 over Pages Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.