Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD
PoorProvidence County, Rhode Island · 0.9 MI S of JCT Ri 7 · Structure no. 000000000006720
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 190 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,976
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 15,976 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,574 by 2041. The structure is 190 ft (57.8 m) long and 51 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD carry?
About 15,976 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD?
The structure is 190 ft (57.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Ri 102 Bronco HWY over Branch Rvr & Joslin RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.