US Bridges

Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 2.5 MI N of JCT Ri 146 · Structure no. 000000000005440

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
141 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,853
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 19,853 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,838 by 2041. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 122 Lonsdale Av
CrossesI-95 NB & SB
Location2.5 MI N of JCT Ri 146
RouteState Highway 122
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.87161, -71.39836
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating68.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length141 ft (43 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,853 (2021)
Projected traffic21,838 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$12.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB 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 2023.

How much traffic does Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB carry?

About 19,853 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB?

The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 122 Lonsdale Av over I-95 NB & SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.