Vietnam Vet Mem Hy over Norfolk Southern

Fair Condition51 years old44,783 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
LocationEast Wilmington/edgemoor
CarriesVietnam Vet Mem Hy
CrossesNorfolk Southern
Coordinates39.74903, -75.50840

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length215.6 ft (65.7 m)
Max Span81.0 ft (24.7 m)
Deck Width69.6 ft (21.2 m)
Deck Area1392.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1975 (reconstructed 1987)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic44,783 (2019)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection221
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1820S060

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