US Bridges

Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR

Good

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.1 MI S of JCT US 1 · Structure no. 000000000003275

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
164 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,688
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 12,688 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,226 by 2036. The structure is 164 ft (50.1 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 2 Reservoir Av
CrossesAMTRAK & P&w RR
Location0.1 MI S of JCT US 1
RouteState Highway 2
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.79502, -71.42645
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length164 ft (50.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,688 (2015)
Projected traffic15,226 by 2036
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$16.4 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR carry?

About 12,688 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR?

The structure is 164 ft (50.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 2 Reservoir Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.