Palmetto DR over Army Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · Bear · Structure no. 1658 000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 99
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palmetto DR over Army Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Palmetto DR over Army Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 99 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 123 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Palmetto DR over Army Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palmetto DR over Army 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does Palmetto DR over Army Creek carry?
About 99 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Palmetto DR over Army Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Palmetto DR over Army Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.