New London Trnpk over Ashaway River
PoorPosted for loadWashington County, Rhode Island · 0.1 MI E of Conn Line · Structure no. 000000000000480
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
New London Trnpk over Ashaway River is a concrete slab carrying New London Trnpk over Ashaway River in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 180 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 198 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New London Trnpk over Ashaway River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is New London Trnpk over Ashaway River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does New London Trnpk over Ashaway River carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is New London Trnpk over Ashaway River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns New London Trnpk over Ashaway River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.