Replacement of BR 3-437 on SR54 lighthouse road

The Federal Highway Administration awarded the Delaware Department of Transportation $2,869,708.59 on October 21, 2025, under the Bridge Formula Program (CFDA 20.263) to replace Bridge 3-437 on State Route 54 (Lighthouse Road) with a precast concrete multi-span bridge structure. The award also funds nearby intersection and sidewalk improvements. Work will be performed in phases while maintaining at least one travel lane in each direction throughout construction. The project period extends through May 31, 2030, with all work taking place in Delaware. The Bridge Formula Program, established under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, allocates funding to states via formula based on the relative costs of replacing bridges classified as in poor condition and rehabilitating bridges in fair condition.

Project description

The proposed project will replace the existing structure with a precast concrete multi-span bridge. Additional work will include nearby intersection and sidewalk improvements. Work will be performed in phases, maintaining at least one travel lane in each direction throughout construction.