US Bridges

I65 over Reeves Branch

Fair

Giles County, Tennessee · 5 MI N Ala-Tn ST Li · Structure no. 28I00650013

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,659
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over Reeves Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I65 over Reeves Branch in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 6 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 26,659 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,654 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesReeves Branch
Location5 MI N Ala-Tn ST Li
RouteInterstate 65
CountyGiles County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.06276, -86.88165
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,659 (2021)
Projected traffic42,654 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
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$577,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over Reeves Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 over Reeves Branch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does I65 over Reeves Branch carry?

About 26,659 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I65 over Reeves Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I65 over Reeves Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.