TRAFFIC ALERT - Two Bridge Rehabilitation Projects Near Centerville Will Require Closures Through Spring 2011

Winter Work Schedule in Place to Prevent Environmental Disturbances

Centerville -- The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that two bridge rehabilitation projects will require local detours and the closure of the bridges until spring 2011. These projects are being done between fall and spring to prevent environmental impacts to sensitive local species like the Bog Turtle.

The first project will replace the bridge on Old Kennett Road between the two Snuff Mill Roads, west of Centerville. The work will begin on Monday, November 15 and extend through Friday, April 15, 2011. Rehabilitation work will include the removal of the old concrete-slab bridge that rests on stone abutments, and then replacing it with a precast concrete box culvert. Additional improvements include the widening and reconstruction of the road approaches, placement of guardrail, and the addition of riprap for scour protection in the stream bed. Motorists will use Center Mill Road and Ashland School Road as a detour route.

The second project replaces the bridge on Guyencourt Road at Montchanin Road/Route 100, southeast of Centerville. The work will take place starting Monday, November 22 through Friday, April 15, 2011. This work will involve the total realignment of the intersection at Route 100 and Guyencourt Road. Additionally, this bridge will be removed and be replaced with a precast concrete structure. Riprap will be placed in the stream to prevent scour around the substructure. The posted detour will be Montchanin Road to Thompson Bridge Road and the connection of Guyencourt Road at Thompson Bridge Road.