Poplar ST over Broad Creek

Fair Condition111 years old3,164 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountySussex
LocationLaurel
CarriesPoplar ST
CrossesBroad Creek
Coordinates38.55907, -75.57285

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length111.9 ft (34.1 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width17.1 ft (5.2 m)
Deck Area177.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1915 (reconstructed 1996)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,164 (2022)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number3161 028A

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