US Bridges

Washington ST over Providence River

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.1 MI W of Canal ST · Structure no. 000000000008680

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
129 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,684
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Washington ST over Providence River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Washington ST over Providence River in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 6 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 5,684 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,252 by 2041. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWashington ST
CrossesProvidence River
Location0.1 MI W of Canal ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.82654, -71.40984
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating38.9 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length129 ft (39.3 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,684 (2021)
Projected traffic6,252 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$6.5 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Washington ST over Providence River built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Washington ST over Providence River 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 Washington ST over Providence River carry?

About 5,684 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Washington ST over Providence River?

The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Washington ST over Providence River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.