Broadkill Rd/sr16 over Broadkill Sound

Fair Condition49 years old2,331 vehicles/day

Location

StateDelaware
CountySussex
LocationBroadkill Beach
CarriesBroadkill Rd/sr16
CrossesBroadkill Sound
Coordinates38.82730, -75.21316

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length219.2 ft (66.8 m)
Max Span42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Width41.7 ft (12.7 m)
Deck Area848.4 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1977

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,331 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number3812 016

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