US Bridges

Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet

Good

Washington County, Rhode Island · 1.0 MI S of US 1A · Structure no. 000000000009970

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,616
2014 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet in Washington County, Rhode Island. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,616 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,940 by 2036. The structure is 120 ft (36.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAtlantic Av
CrossesWeekapaug Inlet
Location1.0 MI S of US 1A
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.33079, -71.76323
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.7 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,616 (2014)
Projected traffic1,940 by 2036
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet carry?

About 1,616 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet?

The structure is 120 ft (36.7 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Atlantic Av over Weekapaug Inlet?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.