TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River
FairOrleans County, Vermont · 1.5 MI E Jct. VT.14 S · Structure no. 200253003510062
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River is a concrete tee beam carrying TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River in Orleans County, Vermont. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,365 by 2027. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is TR 01 FAS 253 over Black 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns TR 01 FAS 253 over Black River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.