Arkwright Bridge, Historic road bridge between Cranston and Coventry, United States
The iron bridge spans 128 feet over the Pawtuxet River, featuring a single-span through Pratt truss design constructed with Phoenix columns and metal components.
Built in 1888 by Dean & Westbrook for both Coventry town and Interlaken Mills, this structure replaced an early nineteenth century wooden bridge at the same location.
The bridge stands as the longest surviving 19th century truss bridge in Rhode Island, demonstrating industrial engineering methods of its construction period.
After serving vehicles for 123 years, the Department of Transportation closed the bridge to traffic in 2011 due to structural safety concerns.
This structure remains the only Phoenix column bridge in Rhode Island, representing a specific engineering technique used during American industrial expansion.
Location: Cranston
Location: Coventry
Inception: 1888
GPS coordinates: 41.73028,-71.54694
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:46
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