Foulk Rd/sr261 over Shellpot Creek

Fair Condition67 years old13,958 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationFairfax
CarriesFoulk Rd/sr261
CrossesShellpot Creek
Coordinates39.79515, -75.52729

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length53.1 ft (16.2 m)
Max Span51.5 ft (15.7 m)
Deck Width63.6 ft (19.4 m)
Deck Area314.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1959 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,958 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1033 203

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