US Bridges

FAP 29 846733H over Emory River

FairPosted for load

Roane County, Tennessee · .6 M NE JCT SR29&SR61 · Structure no. 73SR0290003

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,076 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,817
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 846733H over Emory River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 29 846733H over Emory River in Roane County, Tennessee. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 16,817 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,907 by 2042. The structure is 1,076 ft (328 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29 846733H
CrossesEmory River
Location.6 M NE JCT SR29&SR61
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyRoane County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.92887, -84.55697
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+22 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,076 ft (328 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,817 (2021)
Projected traffic26,907 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$21.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 846733H over Emory River built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 846733H over Emory River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 29 846733H over Emory River carry?

About 16,817 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 846733H over Emory River?

The structure is 1,076 ft (328 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 846733H over Emory River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.