US Bridges

Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD

Fair

Washington County, Rhode Island · 2.0 MI E of JCT US 1 · Structure no. 000000000008390

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,100
2021 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 33,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,410 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).

Location

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CarriesRi 138
CrossesFishing Pier Access RD
Location2.0 MI E of JCT US 1
RouteState Highway 138
CountyWashington County
StateRhode Island
Coordinates41.53023, -71.41763
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating55.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.6 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,100 (2021)
Projected traffic36,410 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed57.8 mi (93 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.9 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ri 138 over Fishing Pier 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD carry?

About 33,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD?

The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns Ri 138 over Fishing Pier Access RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.