Puncheon Run over St. Jones River
GoodKent County, Delaware · South Dover · Structure no. 2930E150A
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 840 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,279
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Puncheon Run over St. Jones River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Puncheon Run over St. Jones River in Kent County, Delaware. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 6,279 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,456 by 2042. The structure is 840 ft (256 m) long and 45 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Puncheon Run over St. Jones River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Puncheon Run over St. Jones River 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 Puncheon Run over St. Jones River carry?
About 6,279 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Puncheon Run over St. Jones River?
The structure is 840 ft (256 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Puncheon Run over St. Jones River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.