SR 9 over Blackbird Creek

Fair Condition62 years old675 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationTaylors Bridge
CarriesSR 9
CrossesBlackbird Creek
Coordinates39.40493, -75.59934

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length402.9 ft (122.8 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Deck Area1338.5 sq m
Main Spans10
Year Built1964

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic675 (2022)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1447 449

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