US Bridges

FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 4.43 Mi. from Rhea Co. · Structure no. 33SR0290037

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,231
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 16,231 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,104 by 2041. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesFAP 29
CrossesHodgetown Branch
Location4.43 Mi. from Rhea Co.
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates35.37432, -85.11314
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,231 (2021)
Projected traffic23,104 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$841,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over Hodgetown 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch carry?

About 16,231 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns FAP 29 over Hodgetown Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.