US Bridges

FAP 29 over Pitts Branch

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 0.58 Mi. S of SR-153 Jct. · Structure no. 33SR0290099

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,432
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Pitts Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 29 over Pitts Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 22,432 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,931 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29
CrossesPitts Branch
Location0.58 Mi. S of SR-153 Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.18407, -85.2554
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,432 (2021)
Projected traffic31,931 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over Pitts Branch built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over Pitts Branch 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Pitts Branch carry?

About 22,432 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over Pitts Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAP 29 over Pitts Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.