US Bridges

TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River

Fair

Chittenden County, Vermont · 0.2 MI W Jct. VT.116 · Structure no. 200208000604072

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,800
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River is a steel culvert carrying TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River in Chittenden County, Vermont. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,890 by 2027. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 03 FAS 208
CrossesLaplatte River
Location0.2 MI W Jct. VT.116
RouteCounty Highway 3
CountyChittenden County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.32844, -73.11446
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2017)
Projected traffic1,890 by 2027
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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$253,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River 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 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns TR 03 FAS 208 over Laplatte River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.