Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River
FairKent County, Delaware · East of Kenton · Structure no. 2091A091
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,579
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River is a steel culvert carrying Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 3,579 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,576 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River carry?
About 3,579 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Mt Friendship RD over Leipsic River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.