US Bridges

Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River

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Kent County, Rhode Island · 0.3 MI N of JCT Ri 3 · Structure no. 000000000002575

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
90 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,864
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River in Kent County, Rhode Island. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger than the Rhode Island average of 54.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,864 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,850 by 2041. The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 33 Sdy Bttm RD
CrossesPawtuxet River
Location0.3 MI N of JCT Ri 3
RouteState Highway 33
CountyKent County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.68601, -71.56084
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating94.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length90 ft (27.3 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,864 (2021)
Projected traffic10,850 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River carry?

About 9,864 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River?

The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 33 Sdy Bttm RD over Pawtuxet River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.