US Bridges

FAP 29 over SR-8 Ramp

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 1.65 Mi. N of Tenn. River · Structure no. 33FA0271010

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

About this bridge

FAP 29 over SR-8 Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 over SR-8 Ramp 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 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 142 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29
CrossesSR-8 Ramp
Location1.65 Mi. N of Tenn. River
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07798, -85.3215
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating56.4 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 length242 ft (73.8 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width142 ft (43.2 m)
Roadway width140 ft (42.6 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
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 SR-8 Ramp built?

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

What condition is FAP 29 over SR-8 Ramp 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 SR-8 Ramp carry?

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

How long is FAP 29 over SR-8 Ramp?

The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 142 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over SR-8 Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.