The Mount Hope Bridge is a two-lane suspension bridge spanning the Mount Hope Bay in eastern Rhode Island at one of the narrowest gaps in Narragansett Bay. The bridge connects the Rhode Island towns of Portsmouth and Bristol and is part of Route 114.

Oct 2, 2022 · The Mount Hope Bridge captures the art deco architecture and the advanced engineering and industrial age of the 1920s. Two main cables keep the bridge deck up, two huge towers that raise 285 into the air, and two massive concrete blocks …

Jun 6, 2024 · Measuring 6,129 feet, the Mt Hope Bridge In Bristol, RI has been shuttling travelers from Bristol to Portsmouth and vice-versa since it opened in October of 1929. Prior to the bridge's opening, travelers crossed Mount Hope Bay on a ferry.

May 30, 2024 · Rhode Island leaders held a news conference Thursday to announce $27 million in federal funding to install a dehumidification system on the bridge’s wires, cables and anchors.

Aug 28, 2019 · This bridge is one of the masterpiece bridges of famous engineer David Steinman. It is noted for its attractive stiffening truss, and stunning gothic towers. The plate girder approach spans have unique and beautiful arched details at each bent point.

Apr 12, 2024 · Built in 1929, the Mount Hope Bridge — which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places — is one of only three connections from the mainland to Aquidneck Island, and the sole connection from the East Bay.

THE FIRST BRIDGE OVER NARRAGANSETT BAY: The Mount Hope Bridge connects Portsmouth on Aquidneck Island - which originally was called Rhode Island - with Bristol on the original "Providence Plantations." It is located at one of the narrowest gaps in Narragansett Bay, and was the site of an active ferry service since the early 18th century.

Oct 25, 2024 · The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced that an inspection of the Mount Hope Bridge will begin on October 28th and is expected to continue through November 11th. "We recognize the upcoming two-week bridge inspection will cause delays, and we apologize for the

Feb 7, 2024 · BRISTOL, R.I. — Work will begin on the Mount Hope Bridge in March. Cable air flow testing, part of the design of the Mount Hope Dehumidification project, is set to begin March 11. Traffic on the ...

The Mount Hope Bridge is a two-lane suspension bridge spanning the Mount Hope Bay in eastern Rhode Island at one of the narrowest gaps in Narragansett Bay. The bridge connects the Rhode Island towns of Portsmouth and Bristol and is part of Route 114.