Crawford Street Bridge

Crawford Street Bridge is a road bridge in downtown Providence that crosses the river and connects different parts of the city. It serves cars and pedestrians alike, forming a key passage through the downtown area.

The original construction took place over several decades until the early 1900s. The structure underwent major rebuilding work in the middle of the 20th century and received an official name designation honoring an engineer.

The structure received official designation as Robert E. Rowan, P.E. Bridge in 2000 through legislation by the Rhode Island General Assembly.

The bridge is easy to reach on foot or by car and offers a direct path through downtown. When visiting, expect standard traffic flow, especially during peak hours.

In its era, this bridge was notable for its exceptionally wide span, earning recognition in an international record book. This distinction marked it as an example of engineering achievement of its time.

GPS coordinates: 41.82420,-71.40790

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:00