I40 over Branch
FairHickman County, Tennessee · 3 M NE of SR230 · Structure no. 41I00400023
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33,414
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over Branch in Hickman 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 33,414 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,462 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I40 over Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I40 over Branch carry?
About 33,414 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I40 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.