US Bridges

Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD

Good

Kent County, Delaware · S.E. of Smyrna · Structure no. 2918N150

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,018
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 21,018 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,123 by 2042. The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesKorean War Vet HWY
CrossesBig Oak RD
LocationS.E. of Smyrna
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates39.27247, -75.58229
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating100 US tons
Inventory rating76.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length72 ft (22 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,018 (2020)
Projected traffic26,123 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak 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 2021.

How much traffic does Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD carry?

About 21,018 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD?

The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Korean War Vet HWY over Big Oak RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.