Central AVE over Broad Creek

Fair Condition103 years old5,984 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountySussex
LocationLaurel
CarriesCentral AVE
CrossesBroad Creek
Coordinates38.55880, -75.57178

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length98.4 ft (30 m)
Max Span76.4 ft (23.3 m)
Deck Width26.2 ft (8 m)
Deck Area240 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1923 (reconstructed 2019)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,984 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number3152 013

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