US Bridges

TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook

FairPosted for load

Caledonia County, Vermont · 2.5 MI W Jct. VT.18 · Structure no. 200220000403162

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
91 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook in Caledonia County, Vermont. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 6 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 126 by 2027. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 02 FAS 220
CrossesChandlers Brook
Location2.5 MI W Jct. VT.18
RouteCounty Highway 2
CountyCaledonia County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.34138, -71.95174
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2017)
Projected traffic126 by 2027
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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$735,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns TR 02 FAS 220 over Chandlers Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.