Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut
GoodKent County, Delaware · S/W of Frederica · Structure no. 2035B035
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,811
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut is a concrete culvert carrying Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Delaware average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,811 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,585 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2022.
How much traffic does Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut carry?
About 2,811 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Carpenter Bridge R over Ash Gut?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.