Sandy Bend RD over Tappahanna Ditch

Good Condition69 years old1,404 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountyKent
LocationEast Of Marydel
CarriesSandy Bend RD
CrossesTappahanna Ditch
Coordinates39.10997, -75.72754

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Area145.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1957 (reconstructed 2010)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,404 (2022)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number2222A222

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