US Bridges

College ST over Providence River

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 1.0 MI N of I-195 · Structure no. 000000000008700

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,060
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

College ST over Providence River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying College ST over Providence River in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 6,060 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,272 by 2036. The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesCollege ST
CrossesProvidence River
Location1.0 MI N of I-195
RouteCity Street 0
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.82539, -71.40855
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length105 ft (31.9 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,060 (2014)
Projected traffic7,272 by 2036
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$9.9 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was College ST over Providence River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is College 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does College ST over Providence River carry?

About 6,060 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is College ST over Providence River?

The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns College ST over Providence River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.