Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · East of Ashland · Structure no. 1105 241
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,219
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,219 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,451 by 2042. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long. 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 Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Way Road over Trib of Red Clay 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 2024.
How much traffic does Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek carry?
About 1,219 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns Way Road over Trib of Red Clay Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.