US Bridges

FAP 29 over Rock Creek

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 3.54 Mi. from Rhea Co. · Structure no. 33SR0290039

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,231
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 over Rock Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 16,231 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,104 by 2041. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29
CrossesRock Creek
Location3.54 Mi. from Rhea Co.
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.38586, -85.10822
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.3 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 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 and pedestrian
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$4 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over Rock Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Rock Creek carry?

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

How long is FAP 29 over Rock Creek?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.