I75 over Branch
FairMcMinn County, Tennessee · 3.5 MI N of SR30 · Structure no. 54I00750029
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 42,243
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I75 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I75 over Branch in McMinn County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 42,243 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,880 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I75 over Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I75 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I75 over Branch carry?
About 42,243 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I75 over Branch?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I75 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.