Hercules RD over Hyde Run
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · S/W of De Nat. Cntry Club · Structure no. 1166 282
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,799
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hercules RD over Hyde Run is a concrete culvert carrying Hercules RD over Hyde Run in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 7,799 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,323 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hercules RD over Hyde Run built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hercules RD over Hyde Run 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Hercules RD over Hyde Run carry?
About 7,799 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Hercules RD over Hyde Run?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Hercules RD over Hyde Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.