US Bridges

TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook

FairPosted for load

Caledonia County, Vermont · 1.6 MI E Jct. U.S.5 · Structure no. 200263001603072

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,600
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook in Caledonia County, Vermont. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 97 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,730 by 2027. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 06 FAS 263
CrossesSheldon Brook
Location1.6 MI E Jct. U.S.5
RouteCounty Highway 6
CountyCaledonia County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.5034, -71.98166
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2017)
Projected traffic2,730 by 2027
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$390,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns TR 06 FAS 263 over Sheldon Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.