SR 72 Possum Park over Middle Run

Good Condition73 years old12,640 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationEast Of Newark
CarriesSR 72 Possum Park
CrossesMiddle Run
Coordinates39.69534, -75.72015

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Max Span49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Width75.5 ft (23 m)
Deck Area393.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1953 (reconstructed 1995)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,640 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1622 314

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