Summit Bridge RD over Cattail Branch

Fair Condition90 years old7,273 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationN. Townsend Limits
CarriesSummit Bridge RD
CrossesCattail Branch
Coordinates39.40837, -75.69905

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Max Span36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Width59.4 ft (18.1 m)
Deck Area210.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1936 (reconstructed 1948)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,273 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1440 014

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