US Bridges

I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd.

GoodPosted for load

Davidson County, Tennessee · I440-I65 @ Melrose I/C · Structure no. 19I00650119

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
408 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
107,707
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd. in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 107,707 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 172,331 by 2042. The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesFranklin Pk. & Berry Rd.
LocationI440-I65 @ Melrose I/C
RouteInterstate 65
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.11813, -86.77457
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length408 ft (124.4 m)
Longest span201 ft (61.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic107,707 (2021)
Projected traffic172,331 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd. built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd. 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 Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd. carry?

About 107,707 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd.?

The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long with a longest span of 201 ft (61.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I65 over Franklin Pk. & Berry Rd.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.