US Bridges

Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB

Fair

Washington County, Rhode Island · 0.3 MI N of Conn Line · Structure no. 000000000004050

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
118 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,396
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB is a concrete continuous frame carrying Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 9,396 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,276 by 2036. The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 3 Nsnck Hill RD
CrossesI-95 NB & SB
Location0.3 MI N of Conn Line
RouteState Highway 3
CountyWashington County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.44841, -71.78642
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
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.7 US tons
Inventory rating58.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.1 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,396 (2015)
Projected traffic11,276 by 2036
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10.7 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB carry?

About 9,396 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB?

The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.1 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 3 Nsnck Hill RD over I-95 NB & SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.