I 495 NB over Shellpot Creek

Fair Condition51 years old44,775 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationEast Of Wilmington
CarriesI 495 NB
CrossesShellpot Creek
Coordinates39.74554, -75.51254

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length156.5 ft (47.7 m)
Max Span50.9 ft (15.5 m)
Deck Width53.8 ft (16.4 m)
Deck Area782.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1975

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic44,775 (2023)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1819N060

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