US Bridges

C2003 over Cox Brook

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Vermont · 0.03 MI to JCT W VT12 · Structure no. 101213001112131

Built
1872
153 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,200
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

C2003 over Cox Brook is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying C2003 over Cox Brook in Washington County, Vermont. It was built in 1872 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 153 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,260 by 2029. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesC2003
CrossesCox Brook
Location0.03 MI to JCT W VT12
CountyWashington County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.17275, -72.653
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck10 ft (3.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2019)
Projected traffic1,260 by 2029
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$361,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C2003 over Cox Brook built?

It was built in 1872, making it 153 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is C2003 over Cox Brook 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 C2003 over Cox Brook carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is C2003 over Cox Brook?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns C2003 over Cox Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.