US Bridges

Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch

Good

Kent County, Delaware · S.E. of Marydel · Structure no. 2225A225

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
532
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 532 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 417 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFox Hole RD
CrossesCulbreth Marsh Ditch
LocationS.E. of Marydel
RouteCounty Highway 225
Coordinates39.08289, -75.65981
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic532 (2023)
Projected traffic417 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch carry?

About 532 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Fox Hole RD over Culbreth Marsh Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.