US Bridges

Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch

Good

Kent County, Delaware · East of Marydel · Structure no. 2050A050

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
64 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,308
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 4,308 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,787 by 2042. The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHalltown RD/SR8
CrossesBeaverdam Ditch
LocationEast of Marydel
RouteState Highway 8
CountyKent County
StateDelaware
Coordinates39.1107, -75.73996
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length64 ft (19.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,308 (2022)
Projected traffic5,787 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch carry?

About 4,308 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch?

The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Halltown RD/SR8 over Beaverdam Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.