US Bridges

Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River

Fair

Rutland County, Vermont · 2.8 MI S Jct. VT.144 E · Structure no. 200017000711012

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River is a steel culvert carrying Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River in Rutland County, Vermont. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,620 by 2028. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesVt 0022A Alt
CrossesHubbardton River
Location2.8 MI S Jct. VT.144 E
RouteState Highway 22A
StateVermont
Coordinates43.67827, -73.28865
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2018)
Projected traffic4,620 by 2028
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$420,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton 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 2023.

How much traffic does Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River carry?

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Vt 0022A Alt over Hubbardton River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.