US Bridges

Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR

Fair

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.3 MI N of Orms ST · Structure no. 000000000009300

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
143 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,009
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 21,009 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,211 by 2036. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesCharles ST
CrossesAMTRAK & P&w RR
Location0.3 MI N of Orms ST
RouteState Highway 246
CountyProvidence County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.83996, -71.41686
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,009 (2014)
Projected traffic25,211 by 2036
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$71.7 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR carry?

About 21,009 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Charles ST over AMTRAK & P&w RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.