Welcome to the Delaware Department of Transportation's virtual workshop. The goals of the virtual workshop format are to make it easier for the public to view the project information and to reduce the costs involved in traditional public workshops. This is a workshop regarding the replacement of Design-Build Statewide Pipe Replacement for BR 2-442A on Abbotts Pond Road

Bridge Photos Bridge 2-442A has been identified by DelDOT’s bridge management system as being in need of repair. The existing structure consists of three 72” x 44” corrugated round steel pipes with a length of 63 feet. The replacement of Bridge 2-442A has been proposed as part of a statewide culvert replacement contract to replace corroding corrugated metal pipes. The bridge has a sufficiency rating of 94.9 and exhibits some minor deterioration and damage.

Construction Plan The scope of the proposed project is to replace the existing pipes with three 54-inch diameter circular reinforced concrete pipes that are 80 feet in length with a riprap apron installed at the culvert opening downstream.

Bridge Plan, Section and Elevation: In keeping with the Department’s mission that includes providing “a safe, efficient, and environmentally sensitive transportation network”, the proposed design will limit any impact to the surrounding areas. The proposed structure consists of three 54-inch reinforced concrete pipes that are 80 feet in length. The downstream embankment and channel bed at the pipe openings will be protected with R-4 riprap aprons. The reconstructed roadway will consist of two 10-foot bituminous travel lanes at a 2% slope with a 4-foot paved should at a slope of 4% outside of the travel lanes. A 12-foot clear zone will be established beyond the travel lanes by grading an additional 8 feet outside of the shoulders at a 6:1 slope.

Maintenance of Traffic Because of the nature of the work and DelDOT’s commitment to safety of the public, a portion of the roadway will be closed for the duration of the project. Temporary closure of Abbotts Pond Road (K442) between Williamsville Road (K443) and Griffith Lake Drive (S633) shall be necessary during the duration of this contract.

Right-of-Way Plan Although we strive to perform as much of our work within our existing right-of-way as possible, sometimes the nature of the work requires a larger area than what is provided, as is the case for this project.

Existing right-of-way is 25 feet on either side of the roadway centerline with additional easements upstream and downstream of the existing bridge. Temporary easements shall be utilized at 4 corners of the project to allow access for all proposed work to the bridge. All areas disturbed within these limits shall be restored to their natural condition upon completion of the work.

A real estate representative will contact any impacted property owners to review the Department's Real Estate process.

If you would like to make comments, you may submit comments by clicking on the link, "Virtual Workshop Survey/Comments". Or you may call toll free to 800-652-5600, or call locally in the Dover area, 760-2080. Comments may also be mailed to:

DelDOT Community Relations
P.O. Box 778
Dover, Delaware 19903

Comments are due within 30 days of the posting of this virtual workshop on the internet. Thank you for participating in the Delaware Department of Transportation's virtual workshop.