US Bridges

SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River

Fair

Sussex County, Delaware · East of Gumboro · Structure no. 3553 060

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,366
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River is a steel culvert carrying SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River in Sussex County, Delaware. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Delaware average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,366 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,382 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 54/CYPRESS Rd.
CrossesPocomoke River
LocationEast of Gumboro
RouteState Highway 54
CountySussex County
StateDelaware
Coordinates38.47186, -75.34146
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,366 (2022)
Projected traffic2,382 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River carry?

About 1,366 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 54/CYPRESS Rd. over Pocomoke River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.