South Water ST over Providence River
FairProvidence County, Rhode Island · 0.1 MI S of College ST · Structure no. 000000000008720
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,161
- 2014 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Water ST over Providence River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying South Water ST over Providence River in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 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 6,161 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,394 by 2036. The structure is 141 ft (43.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 South Water ST over Providence River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Water 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 South Water ST over Providence River carry?
About 6,161 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is South Water ST over Providence River?
The structure is 141 ft (43.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns South Water ST over Providence River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.