US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove
FairWashington County, Rhode Island · 1.0 MI S of JCT Ri 108 · Structure no. 000000000004852
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11,243
- 2008 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 11,243 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,492 by 2036. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove carry?
About 11,243 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 SB Post RD over Silver Spring Cove?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.