US Bridges

FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029)

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 1.54 Mi. N of Tn. River · Structure no. 33FA0271007

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
245 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
48,148
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029) in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 48,148 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,832 by 2041. The structure is 245 ft (74.7 m) long and 154 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29
CrossesE.Elmwood & RR (A029)
Location1.54 Mi. N of Tn. River
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07635, -85.32161
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length245 ft (74.7 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width154 ft (46.9 m)
Roadway width96 ft (29.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,148 (2021)
Projected traffic88,832 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029) built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029) 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029) carry?

About 48,148 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029)?

The structure is 245 ft (74.7 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 154 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over E.Elmwood & RR (A029)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.