SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet
GoodSussex County, Delaware · Indian River Inlet · Structure no. 3156 050
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stayed Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 2,600 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,984
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet is a prestressed concrete stayed girder carrying SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet in Sussex County, Delaware. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 24,984 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,060 by 2042. The structure is 2,600 ft (792.5 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet 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 SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet carry?
About 24,984 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet?
The structure is 2,600 ft (792.5 m) long with a longest span of 950 ft (289.6 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.
Who owns SR1 / Coastal Hgwy over Indian River Inlet?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.