Wedgewood RD over Christina Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · West of Newark · Structure no. 1275 312
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 987
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wedgewood RD over Christina Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wedgewood RD over Christina 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 987 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,474 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. 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 | 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 Wedgewood RD over Christina Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wedgewood RD over Christina 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Wedgewood RD over Christina Creek carry?
About 987 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Wedgewood RD over Christina Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Wedgewood RD over Christina Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.