US Bridges

Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD

Good

New Castle County, Delaware · S/W of Elsmere · Structure no. 1606 006

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
242 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
47,029
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 47,029 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,753 by 2042. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 140 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBasin Rd/Sr 141
CrossesRD 333 Centerville RD
LocationS/W of Elsmere
RouteState Highway 141
Coordinates39.73356, -75.62126
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length242 ft (73.8 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width140 ft (42.6 m)
Roadway width134 ft (40.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,029 (2023)
Projected traffic57,753 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD 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 Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD carry?

About 47,029 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD?

The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.

Who owns Basin Rd/Sr 141 over RD 333 Centerville RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.