Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek
FairKent County, Delaware · N.E. of Adamsville · Structure no. 2308B308
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 55 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 569
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 5 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 569 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek carry?
About 569 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns Fishers Bridge RD over Marshyhope Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.