Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway
PoorSussex County, Delaware · West of Seaford · Structure no. 3217 542A
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 196
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway in Sussex County, Delaware. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Delaware average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 196 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 375 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway carry?
About 196 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Craigs Mill RD over Craigs Pond Spillway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.