I65 over Branch
GoodSumner County, Tennessee · 1.9 M S JCT I65&SR257 · Structure no. 83I00650009
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 56,822
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I65 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I65 over Branch in Sumner 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 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 56,822 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 94,752 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I65 over 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does I65 over Branch carry?
About 56,822 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I65 over Branch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns I65 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.