South Heald ST over Norfolk Southern

Poor Condition84 years old7,915 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationSouth Wilmington
CarriesSouth Heald ST
CrossesNorfolk Southern
Coordinates39.72598, -75.54603

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length607.9 ft (185.3 m)
Max Span47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Deck Width58.1 ft (17.7 m)
Deck Area3279.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1942

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,915 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1684 028

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