Carr RD over Shellpot Creek

Fair Condition92 years old1,896 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationNorth Of Wilmington
CarriesCarr RD
CrossesShellpot Creek
Coordinates39.77385, -75.51520

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Max Span36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Width38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Area148.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1934 (reconstructed 2017)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,896 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1543 213

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