Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek
GoodNew Castle County, Delaware · Claymont · Structure no. 1799 060
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79,365
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 59 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 79,365 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 98,135 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek carry?
About 79,365 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Vietnam Mem Hgwy over So.Branch-Naamans Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.