US Bridges

Ri 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 2.3 MI S of JCT Ri 12 · Structure no. 000000000002560

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
90 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,865
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Ri 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 8,865 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,752 by 2041. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 116 Main ST
CrossesPawtuxet River
Location2.3 MI S of JCT Ri 12
RouteState Highway 116
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.73009, -71.56288
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.2 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,865 (2021)
Projected traffic9,752 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.7 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 116 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 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River carry?

About 8,865 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Ri 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 116 Main ST over Pawtuxet River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.