US Bridges

TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook

Good

Windham County, Vermont · 1.8 MI N Jct. VT.30 · Structure no. 200125000413172

Built
1900
125 years old, rebuilt 1950
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,300
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook is a masonry culvert carrying TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook in Windham County, Vermont. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 125 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,365 by 2027. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 01 FAS 125
CrossesSimpson Brook
Location1.8 MI N Jct. VT.30
RouteCounty Highway 1
CountyWindham County
StateVermont
Coordinates43.07046, -72.65564
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2017)
Projected traffic1,365 by 2027
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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$253,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.

What condition is TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns TR 01 FAS 125 over Simpson Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.