Carr RD over Shellpot Creek
FairNew Castle County, Delaware · East of Wilmington · Structure no. 1542 213
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,896
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Carr RD over Shellpot Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Carr RD over Shellpot Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 1,896 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,586 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 Carr RD over Shellpot Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Carr RD over Shellpot Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Carr RD over Shellpot Creek carry?
About 1,896 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Carr RD over Shellpot Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Carr RD over Shellpot Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.