US Bridges

Harrison Av over P&w RR

PoorPosted for load

Providence County, Rhode Island · 200FT N of JCT Ri 122 · Structure no. 000000000006870

Built
1913
112 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,690
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harrison Av over P&w RR is a concrete arch - deck carrying Harrison Av over P&w RR in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 1,690 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,859 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long and 51 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHarrison Av
CrossesP&w RR
Location200FT N of JCT Ri 122
RouteCity Street 0
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates42.00274, -71.50527
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length57 ft (17.5 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.5 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,690 (2021)
Projected traffic1,859 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.3 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Harrison Av over P&w RR built?

It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harrison Av over P&w RR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Harrison Av over P&w RR carry?

About 1,690 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Harrison Av over P&w RR?

The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Harrison Av over P&w RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.