MILTON, DE – The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will begin repairs on a bridge located on Cave Neck Road, just outside of Milton, in May. The bridge, which spans Beaverdam Creek, is one of the oldest in the state, having been originally built in 1913 and widened in 1948. While the work is scheduled to begin in May, the exact timeline for completion is still uncertain. Early estimates suggest the repairs could take up to 12 weeks, pending favorable weather conditions. DelDOT spokesperson Charles “C.R.” McLeod stated that the department is still awaiting estimates for replacement parts and that the closure will likely extend for some time. A more accurate timeline is expected to be available by the end of March. The bridge has had ongoing structural issues, particularly with its southwest wingwall, which broke free from the foundation in 2000. Although the bridge has been stable, the department is now focusing on replacing the failing wingwall to prevent future risks, including potential sinkholes. DelDOT plans to install 20-foot-wide steel sheet piles and a moment slab for added stability, along with improved railings. The repair work will require a full closure of Cave Neck Road, with traffic detoured around the site via Hudson and Diamond Farm roads. DelDOT will post clear detour signs for drivers once work begins.
