US Bridges

FAP 29 over Soddy Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 0.73 Mi. N of SR-319 Jct. · Structure no. 33SR0290073

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,648
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Soddy Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 over Soddy Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 27,648 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,210 by 2041. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

CarriesFAP 29
CrossesSoddy Creek
Location0.73 Mi. N of SR-319 Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates35.28718, -85.15208
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,648 (2021)
Projected traffic45,210 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over Soddy Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over Soddy Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Soddy Creek carry?

About 27,648 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over Soddy Creek?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over Soddy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.