US Bridges

C3023 over New England Central RR

FairPosted for load

Chittenden County, Vermont · 0.04 MI to JCT W VT2A · Structure no. 100406002004061

Built
1910
115 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,500
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

C3023 over New England Central RR is a prestressed concrete slab carrying C3023 over New England Central RR in Chittenden County, Vermont. It was built in 1910 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 115 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,575 by 2029. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesC3023
CrossesNew England Central RR
Location0.04 MI to JCT W VT2A
CountyChittenden County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.51958, -73.12242
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2019)
Projected traffic1,575 by 2029
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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$456,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was C3023 over New England Central RR built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is C3023 over New England Central RR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does C3023 over New England Central RR carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is C3023 over New England Central RR?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns C3023 over New England Central RR?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.