US Bridges

Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av

Good

Providence County, Rhode Island · 2.2 MI S of JCT Ri 7 · Structure no. 000000000006715

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,800
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,800 by 2041. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 102 Bronco HWY
CrossesWhipple Av
Location2.2 MI S of JCT Ri 7
RouteState Highway 102
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.96128, -71.64934
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.9 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,800 (2021)
Projected traffic16,800 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
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$6.4 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av 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 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av carry?

About 14,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Whipple Av?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.