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over BRANDYWINE RIVER
WILMINGTON
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 99 vehicles per day and is 101 years old (reconstructed in 1995).
Its sufficiency rating of 58.0 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 10 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 233 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 10 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
Only about 99 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 40 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1925
101 years old (rebuilt 1995)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
233 ft
71.0 m
Deck Width
40 ft
12.2 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
62 ft
longest unsupported section (18.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
10 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
99vehicles/day
39.74835°N, 75.54002°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.