Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River
FairKent County, Delaware · Barkers Landing · Structure no. 2007B008
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 2,208 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,952
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Delaware average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 39,952 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,193 by 2042. The structure is 2,208 ft (673 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River carry?
About 39,952 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River?
The structure is 2,208 ft (673 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns Bay Road / US113 over St. Jones River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.