Cornwell Dr. over Waterway
FairNew Castle County, Delaware · E of Lums Pond State Park · Structure no. 1321B000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 99
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cornwell Dr. over Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying Cornwell Dr. over Waterway in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Delaware average of 47.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 99 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 123 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cornwell Dr. over Waterway built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cornwell Dr. over Waterway in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Cornwell Dr. over Waterway carry?
About 99 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Cornwell Dr. over Waterway?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Cornwell Dr. over Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.