Christiana Bypass over Christina River

Fair Condition45 years old17,840 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationW. Of New Castle Airport
CarriesChristiana Bypass
CrossesChristina River
Coordinates39.65918, -75.66225

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length221.1 ft (67.4 m)
Max Span85.0 ft (25.9 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area896.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic17,840 (2021)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection522
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1279E003

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