Smith Bridge RD over Brandywine Creek

Fair Condition187 years old3,224 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationN. Of Brandywine Creek Sp
CarriesSmith Bridge RD
CrossesBrandywine Creek
Coordinates39.83773, -75.57910

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length143.0 ft (43.6 m)
Max Span44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Width17.1 ft (5.2 m)
Deck Area226.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1839 (reconstructed 2002)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,224 (2022)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection223
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1009 221

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