US Bridges

I-95 NB & SB over Big River

Fair

Kent County, Rhode Island · 0.7 MI S of JCT Ri 3 · Structure no. 000000000005210

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,641
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-95 NB & SB over Big River is a concrete culvert carrying I-95 NB & SB over Big River in Kent County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 49,641 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,570 by 2036. The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI-95 NB & SB
CrossesBig River
Location0.7 MI S of JCT Ri 3
RouteInterstate 95
CountyKent County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.64886, -71.61365
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,641 (2015)
Projected traffic59,570 by 2036
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$4.7 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-95 NB & SB over Big River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-95 NB & SB over Big 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I-95 NB & SB over Big River carry?

About 49,641 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I-95 NB & SB over Big River?

The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-95 NB & SB over Big River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.