US Bridges

I65 over Bethel RD (SR257)

Fair

Robertson County, Tennessee · .3 M NE Rob Sumn CO Li · Structure no. 74I00650003

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
174 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
56,822
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over Bethel RD (SR257) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I65 over Bethel RD (SR257) in Robertson 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 5 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 56,822 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,386 by 2041. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 44 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesBethel RD (SR257)
Location.3 M NE Rob Sumn CO Li
RouteInterstate I0065
CountyRobertson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.41767, -86.7187
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length174 ft (53 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic56,822 (2021)
Projected traffic90,386 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$2.1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over Bethel RD (SR257) built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 over Bethel RD (SR257) 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I65 over Bethel RD (SR257) carry?

About 56,822 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I65 over Bethel RD (SR257)?

The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I65 over Bethel RD (SR257)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.