US Bridges

North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss)

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.5 MI W of JCT Ri 114 · Structure no. 000000000005970

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
156 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,453
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss) in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 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 15,453 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,544 by 2036. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesNorth Broadway
CrossesRamp (seekonk Rvr Crss)
Location0.5 MI W of JCT Ri 114
RouteCity Street 0
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.82585, -71.36518
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.1 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length156 ft (47.5 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,453 (2014)
Projected traffic18,544 by 2036
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
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$14.9 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss) built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss) 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss) carry?

About 15,453 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss)?

The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns North Broadway over Ramp (seekonk Rvr Crss)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.