I65 over Brown Branch
GoodGiles County, Tennessee · 1.4 MI N JCT SR273 · Structure no. 28I00650017
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,317
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I65 over Brown Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I65 over Brown 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 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 27,317 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,864 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 I65 over Brown Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I65 over Brown 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I65 over Brown Branch carry?
About 27,317 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I65 over Brown Branch?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I65 over Brown Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.