US Bridges

Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD

Good

Kent County, Delaware · South of Frederica · Structure no. 2008C120

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
189 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
513
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger than the Delaware average of 47.3 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 513 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,030 by 2042. The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesMilford Neck RD
CrossesSR1 / Bay RD
LocationSouth of Frederica
RouteCounty Highway 120
Coordinates38.99092, -75.449
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length189 ft (57.6 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic513 (2023)
Projected traffic1,030 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD carry?

About 513 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD?

The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Milford Neck RD over SR1 / Bay RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.