Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · S/E of Talleyville · Structure no. 1059 000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 99
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 99 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 123 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Coachmans RD 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek carry?
About 99 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Coachmans RD over Shellpot Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.