US Bridges

FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29

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Hamilton County, Tennessee · 1.68 Mi. N of Tenn. River · Structure no. 33FA0271009

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

About this bridge

FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29 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 77,037 by 2042. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29 Ramp
CrossesSR8 SB Rp to SR29
Location1.68 Mi. N of Tenn. River
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.078, -85.32103
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length133 ft (40.5 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,148 (2021)
Projected traffic77,037 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$82,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29 built?

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

What condition is FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29 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 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29 carry?

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

How long is FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29?

The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 Ramp over SR8 SB Rp to SR29?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.