Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · East of Mermaid · Structure no. 1187 283
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,693
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 8,693 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,033 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill 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 Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek carry?
About 8,693 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Mermaid Stoney Bat over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.