Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch
FairPosted for loadKent County, Rhode Island · 0.1 MI E of JCT Ri 33 · Structure no. 000000000005140
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 104 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,241
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch is a concrete arch - deck carrying Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch in Kent County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,241 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,465 by 2041. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch carry?
About 2,241 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Factory ST over Pawtuxet River S Branch?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.