US Bridges

Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River

Fair

Washington County, Rhode Island · 2.0 MI N of JCT Ri 112 · Structure no. 000000000002710

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
76 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,297
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1931, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 3,297 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,957 by 2036. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 2 So County TR
CrossesPawcatuck River
Location2.0 MI N of JCT Ri 112
RouteState Highway 2
CountyWashington County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.44601, -71.62124
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,297 (2015)
Projected traffic3,957 by 2036
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.7 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River built?

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

What condition is Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River carry?

About 3,297 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 2 So County TR over Pawcatuck River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.