US Bridges

Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv

FairPosted for load

Kent County, Delaware · Masseys Millpond · Structure no. 2042A042

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,602
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv is a concrete culvert carrying Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older than the Delaware average of 47.3 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 1,602 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,803 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBrenford RD
CrossesMasseys Pond/Leipsic Riv
LocationMasseys Millpond
RouteCounty Highway 42
CountyKent County
StateDelaware
Coordinates39.23945, -75.6175
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating19.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,602 (2022)
Projected traffic1,803 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv carry?

About 1,602 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Brenford RD over Masseys Pond/Leipsic Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.