US Bridges

Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.8 MI S of JCT Chrles ST · Structure no. 000000000004270

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
71 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
69,109
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av is a concrete frame carrying Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 68 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 6 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 69,109 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,931 by 2036. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 101 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRi 146 Ed Dowl HWY
CrossesRi 15 Mineral Spring Av
Location0.8 MI S of JCT Chrles ST
RouteState Highway 146
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.86838, -71.43079
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length71 ft (21.6 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.9 m)
Roadway width99 ft (30.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69,109 (2015)
Projected traffic82,931 by 2036
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$10.6 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av 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 Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av carry?

About 69,109 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av?

The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 146 Ed Dowl HWY over Ri 15 Mineral Spring Av?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.