US Bridges

US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek

Fair

Addison County, Vermont · 4.9 MI N Jct. VT.22A · Structure no. 200019013901052

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
286 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek in Addison County, Vermont. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Vermont average of 60.8 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 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,495 by 2028. The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 00007 Ml
CrossesLewis Creek
Location4.9 MI N Jct. VT.22A
RouteU.S. Route 7
StateVermont
Coordinates44.24823, -73.22919
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length286 ft (87.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,900 (2018)
Projected traffic12,495 by 2028
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$3.6 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek built?

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

What condition is US 00007 Ml over Lewis 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek carry?

About 11,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek?

The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 00007 Ml over Lewis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.