US Bridges

Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD

Fair

Washington County, Rhode Island · 1.2 MI E of JCT Ri 2 · Structure no. 000000000003720

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
145 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,300
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 12,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,530 by 2041. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 138 Kngstown RD
CrossesAMTRAK & Access RD
Location1.2 MI E of JCT Ri 2
RouteState Highway 138
CountyWashington County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.48464, -71.55996
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,300 (2021)
Projected traffic13,530 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 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$11.2 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD carry?

About 12,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 138 Kngstown RD over AMTRAK & Access RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.