PORTSMOUTH — A professional engineer who has been critical of Rhode Island’s handling of its aging bridges says the recently released 2024 inspection report for the Mt. Hope Bridge raises questions about how long the nearly century-old span can remain in service without major repairs or replacement. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA), however, says the bridge remains structurally sound and safe for traffic and that it is addr…
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