16th ST over Brandywine River

Fair Condition101 years old99 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationWilmington
Carries16th ST
CrossesBrandywine River
Coordinates39.74835, -75.54002

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length232.9 ft (71 m)
Max Span61.7 ft (18.8 m)
Deck Width40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Area866.2 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1925 (reconstructed 1995)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic99 (2023)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1685 000

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