Rising Sun Lane over Brandywine Creek
Fair Condition98 years old2,103 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Delaware |
| County | New Castle |
| Location | N/w Wilmington |
| Carries | Rising Sun Lane |
| Crosses | Brandywine Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.76930, -75.57670 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | 4 — Foundations need monitoring |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Truss - Thru |
| Total Length | 128.9 ft (39.3 m) |
| Max Span | 123.0 ft (37.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 26.9 ft (8.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 322.3 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1928 (reconstructed 1979) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,103 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 3% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 424 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 1001 279 |