US Bridges

Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River

Fair

Kent County, Rhode Island · 1.5 MI N of JCT Ri 117 · Structure no. 000000000003820

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
108 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,149
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River in Kent County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Rhode Island average of 54.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 10,149 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,164 by 2041. The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long and 54 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRi 115 Main ST
CrossesPawtuxet River
Location1.5 MI N of JCT Ri 117
RouteState Highway 115
CountyKent County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.71571, -71.52363
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length108 ft (32.8 m)
Longest span36 ft (11.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,149 (2021)
Projected traffic11,164 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$8.6 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River carry?

About 10,149 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River?

The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 115 Main ST over Pawtuxet River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.