Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · West of Townsend · Structure no. 1420 461
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 386
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River is a concrete culvert carrying Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 386 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River carry?
About 386 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Maryland Line Rd. over Trib of Sassafras River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.