US Bridges

Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 1.25 MI S of JCT Ri 5 · Structure no. 000000000007292

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
97 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,658
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 11,658 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,824 by 2041. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 51 Phenix Av
CrossesI-295 SB
Location1.25 MI S of JCT Ri 5
RouteState Highway 51
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.76553, -71.48251
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionSeptember 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.5 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,658 (2021)
Projected traffic12,824 by 2041
Trucks5%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.4 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB carry?

About 11,658 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 51 Phenix Av over I-295 SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.