US Bridges

FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 1.1 MI from Tn River · Structure no. 33SR0080013

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
329 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,097
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 23,097 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,728 by 2041. The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 8SB Rp to SR29
CrossesNfa A029 & Sou RR
Location1.1 MI from Tn River
RouteState Highway 8
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07572, -85.32208
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length329 ft (100.3 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,097 (2021)
Projected traffic5,728 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$220,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR carry?

About 23,097 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR?

The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 8SB Rp to SR29 over Nfa A029 & Sou RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.