Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch
GoodSussex County, Delaware · S/E of Millsboro · Structure no. 3525 331
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,218
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch in Sussex County, Delaware. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,218 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,747 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Iron Branch RD over Iron 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch carry?
About 4,218 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Iron Branch RD over Iron Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.