US Bridges

Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River

FairPosted for load

Windsor County, Vermont · 20.92 KM N of White River · Structure no. CEPNEDVT5010004

Built
1925
100 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2
2024 count
Owner
Federal
Corps of Engineers (Civil)

About this bridge

Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River in Windsor County, Vermont. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2044. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesRes Access RD
CrossesOmpompanoosuc River
Location20.92 KM N of White River
RouteFederal Lands Road 0
CountyWindsor County
StateVermont
Coordinates43.81592, -72.27464
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating11 US tons
Inventory rating8.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadH 10
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2 (2024)
Projected traffic5 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Maintained byCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.

What condition is Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River carry?

About 2 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River?

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Res Access RD over Ompompanoosuc River?

It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).