Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch
GoodKent County, Delaware · North of Cheswold · Structure no. 2927S150
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 247 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,019
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch 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 21,019 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,125 by 2042. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch 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 Mem over Alston Branch carry?
About 21,019 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch?
The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Korean War Vet Mem over Alston Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.