Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek
GoodKent County, Delaware · South of Little Heaven · Structure no. 2371A371
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,754
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek is a steel culvert carrying Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 1,754 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,722 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek carry?
About 1,754 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Barretts Chap over Double Run Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.