US Bridges

FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek

FairPosted for load

Scott County, Tennessee · 1.9 MI SW JCT SR52 · Structure no. 76SR0290003

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
155 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,993
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek in Scott County, Tennessee. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 100 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 1,993 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,571 by 2041. The structure is 155 ft (47.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 29
CrossesBlack Wolf Creek
Location1.9 MI SW JCT SR52
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyScott County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.31676, -84.62483
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length155 ft (47.1 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,993 (2021)
Projected traffic3,571 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$1.3 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is FAP 29 over Black Wolf 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek carry?

About 1,993 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek?

The structure is 155 ft (47.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over Black Wolf Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.