John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong
GoodSussex County, Delaware · S.W. of Rehoboth · Structure no. 3709 024
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,035
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong is a concrete culvert carrying John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong in Sussex County, Delaware. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 18,035 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,562 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong carry?
About 18,035 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns John J Williams Hy over Burton Prong?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.