I40 over Branch
GoodFayette County, Tennessee · 1.3 MI SW JCT I40&SR222 · Structure no. 24I00400031
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,867
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over Branch in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 35,867 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,968 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 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 1963, making it 62 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does I40 over Branch carry?
About 35,867 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I40 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.