US Bridges

US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch

Good

Washington County, Vermont · 1.8 MI E Jct. U.S.2 E · Structure no. 206200000312032

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
96 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch in Washington County, Vermont. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger than the Vermont average of 60.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,175 by 2028. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 00302 Ml
CrossesStevens Branch
Location1.8 MI E Jct. U.S.2 E
RouteU.S. Route 302
CountyWashington County
StateVermont
Coordinates44.22281, -72.54877
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.3 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,500 (2018)
Projected traffic14,175 by 2028
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$980,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch carry?

About 13,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns US 00302 Ml over Stevens Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.