US Bridges

Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR

Good

Providence County, Rhode Island · 0.1 MI E of Lonsdale Av · Structure no. 000000000009340

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
78 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,541
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR in Providence County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 94 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,541 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,295 by 2041. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 57 ft wide.

CarriesRi 15 Mnrl Sprg Av
CrossesAMTRAK & P&w RR
Location0.1 MI E of Lonsdale Av
RouteState Highway 15
Coordinates41.87451, -71.3979
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span72 ft (22 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,541 (2021)
Projected traffic8,295 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
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$17.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR carry?

About 7,541 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (22 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 15 Mnrl Sprg Av over AMTRAK & P&w RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.