US Bridges

FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 0.2 Mi. S of SR-111 Jct. · Structure no. 33SR0290093

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
549 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
27,648
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 6 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 27,648 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,210 by 2042. The structure is 549 ft (167.3 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29
CrossesBig Soddy Creek
Location0.2 Mi. S of SR-111 Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.29655, -85.1509
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating21.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length549 ft (167.3 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width116 ft (35.4 m)
Roadway width111 ft (33.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,648 (2021)
Projected traffic45,210 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$14.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over Big Soddy 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek carry?

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

How long is FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek?

The structure is 549 ft (167.3 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over Big Soddy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.