US Bridges

Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River

Good

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.4 MI N of JCT Ri 107 · Structure no. 000000000003075

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,750
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the Rhode Island average of 54.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,925 by 2041. The structure is 106 ft (32.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRi 98 Shrmn Frm RD
CrossesNipmuc River
Location0.4 MI N of JCT Ri 107
RouteState Highway 98
Coordinates41.97093, -71.67844
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating93.9 US tons
Inventory rating62.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length106 ft (32.2 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,750 (2019)
Projected traffic1,925 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.2 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River carry?

About 1,750 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River?

The structure is 106 ft (32.2 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 98 Shrmn Frm RD over Nipmuc River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.