US Bridges

I65 over I65 SB

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · Near I-65-I24 Interchange · Structure no. 19I00650103

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
550 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
148,583
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over I65 SB is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I65 over I65 SB in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 148,583 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 217,189 by 2042. The structure is 550 ft (167.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesI65 SB
LocationNear I-65-I24 Interchange
RouteInterstate I0065
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.22355, -86.77414
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length550 ft (167.6 m)
Longest span220 ft (67.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic148,583 (2021)
Projected traffic217,189 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$580,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over I65 SB built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 over I65 SB 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I65 over I65 SB carry?

About 148,583 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I65 over I65 SB?

The structure is 550 ft (167.6 m) long with a longest span of 220 ft (67.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I65 over I65 SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.