US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River
FairPosted for loadProvidence County, Rhode Island · 2.5 MI S of JCT Ri 10 · Structure no. 000000000000010
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,443
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1918 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 107 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 16,443 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,732 by 2036. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 1 Elmwood Av 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River carry?
About 16,443 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 Elmwood Av over Pawtuxet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.