Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · North of Wilmington · Structure no. 1048 210
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,787
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 7,787 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,582 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wilson Road 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 Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek carry?
About 7,787 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Wilson Road over Shellpot Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.