Blackbird Landing over Blackbird Creek

Good Condition57 years old1,022 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationE. Of Townsend
CarriesBlackbird Landing
CrossesBlackbird Creek
Coordinates39.38872, -75.63594

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length86.6 ft (26.4 m)
Max Span41.7 ft (12.7 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area274.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1969

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,022 (2022)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1451 455

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