US Bridges

Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River

Fair

Washington County, Rhode Island · JCT of Ri 3 & Ri 138 · Structure no. 000000000000450

Built
1923
102 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
65 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,567
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River is a concrete slab carrying Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 102 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 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 9,567 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,481 by 2036. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 40 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRi 3&138 Nsnckhlrd
CrossesWood River
LocationJCT of Ri 3 & Ri 138
RouteState Highway 3
CountyWashington County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.51427, -71.705
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,567 (2015)
Projected traffic11,481 by 2036
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.8 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River carry?

About 9,567 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 3&138 Nsnckhlrd over Wood River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.