US Bridges

FAP 29 over Camp Creek

Good

Rhea County, Tennessee · 1.12 Mi.Sw.Of Roane Co. · Structure no. 72SR0290023

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,645
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Camp Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 29 over Camp Creek in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 94 years old, older 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 4,645 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,008 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).

CarriesFAP 29
CrossesCamp Creek
Location1.12 Mi.Sw.Of Roane Co.
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates35.78203, -84.76301
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,645 (2021)
Projected traffic7,008 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.2 mi (105 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 Camp Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FAP 29 over Camp 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Camp Creek carry?

About 4,645 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over Camp Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).

Who owns FAP 29 over Camp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.