US Bridges

C2001 over Laplatte River

GoodPosted for load

Chittenden County, Vermont · 0.2 MI to JCT W CL3 TH12 · Structure no. 100404001404041

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
69 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,230
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

C2001 over Laplatte River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying C2001 over Laplatte River in Chittenden 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,230 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,292 by 2029. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesC2001
CrossesLaplatte River
Location0.2 MI to JCT W CL3 TH12
CountyChittenden County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.35524, -73.19384
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length69 ft (21 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,230 (2019)
Projected traffic1,292 by 2029
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$671,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C2001 over Laplatte River built?

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

What condition is C2001 over Laplatte River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does C2001 over Laplatte River carry?

About 1,230 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is C2001 over Laplatte River?

The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns C2001 over Laplatte River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.