Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · N.E. of Wilmington · Structure no. 1043B043
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 52 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,918
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 5,918 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,377 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington ST Ext over Shellpot 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek carry?
About 5,918 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.
Who owns Washington ST Ext over Shellpot Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.