by David S. Clarke and Kevin W. Cunningham, DelDOT Archaeologists

2008

The historic contexts acknowledge that the state's bridges do not stand in isolation but were built as part of the development or improvement of larger transportation systems (roads and railroads) that have played and continue to play an important role in moving people and goods in and through the state. Railroads being vital to Delaware's transportation system have seen dramatic changes throughout their history from the 1820's to the present. Utilizing Historic Contexts and Transportation Enhancement grants has proved an excellent tool to assess the importance of the Railroad industry in Delaware, as well as provide a measure for Historic Preservation of Railroad Stations, and abandoned rail lines turned into walking and hiking trails.

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