US Bridges

TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek

Fair

Rutland County, Vermont · 3.2 MI N Jct. U.S.7 · Structure no. 200165000611162

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,400
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek is a concrete culvert carrying TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek in Rutland 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 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,470 by 2027. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesTR 04 FAS 165
CrossesEast Creek
Location3.2 MI N Jct. U.S.7
RouteCounty Highway 4
StateVermont
Coordinates43.67024, -72.94308
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic1,400 (2017)
Projected traffic1,470 by 2027
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$219,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek built?

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

What condition is TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek 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 04 FAS 165 over East Creek carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns TR 04 FAS 165 over East Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.