US Bridges

US-1 NB over Dupont Canal

Good

Flagler County, Florida · 6.4 MI N of Volusia CO · Structure no. 730941

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-1 NB over Dupont Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US-1 NB over Dupont Canal in Flagler County, Florida. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 68 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,158 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS-1 NB
CrossesDupont Canal
Location6.4 MI N of Volusia CO
RouteU.S. Route 5
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.42391, -81.2175
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating30.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,500 (2024)
Projected traffic25,158 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-1 NB over Dupont Canal built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is US-1 NB over Dupont Canal 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US-1 NB over Dupont Canal carry?

About 14,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US-1 NB over Dupont Canal?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-1 NB over Dupont Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.