Improving climate resilience of critical infrastructure mount hope bridge cable and anchorage dehumidification

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $17.0 million to the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on September 17, 2025, to improve the climate resilience of the Mount Hope Bridge. The project, scheduled for completion by December 31, 2028, focuses on dehumidification upgrades to the bridge's cable and anchorage systems. These infrastructure improvements are designed to mitigate climate-related deterioration and extend the operational lifespan of this critical transportation asset in Rhode Island.

This project award represents a discretionary grant allocation under the FHWA's climate resilience and infrastructure modernization initiatives authorized by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The multi-year funding supports the preservation and improvement of essential highway infrastructure, consistent with the program's broader mission to assist states in constructing and maintaining transportation systems that serve public transportation needs while addressing long-term environmental and climate adaptation challenges.