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Plow snow?

RIDOT is now accepting applications from private contractors to assist with winter operations. Click here for more information and a registration form.

I-95 Overnight Closure Maps

Sakonnet River Bridge Construction

RIDOT provides weekly updates of construction activities related to the new Sakonnet River Bridge. Click here for the latest update.

Toll increase on Pell Bridge

The R.I. Turnpike & Bridge Authority (RITBA) increased the toll on the Pell (Newport) Bridge effective September 8, 2009. Visit the RITBA website for more information.

Customer Service:

Have a question?
RIDOT's Customer Service Office will help.
Email
Telephone 401-222-2450

Highlights

Find RIDOT on popular websites

  • Twitter – Find RIDOT's Tweets here.
  • Blogger - Find RIDOT's blog here.
  • Facebook - Join RIDOT's Facebook group here.
  • MySpace - RIDOT's MySpace page is here.

Pothole problem?

If you see or hit a pothole, please contact us immediately at 401-222-2378 so we can repair it.

If you suffered damage from hitting a pothole, click here to learn about submitting a claim, or call 401-734-4817.

GIS Digital Maps

RIDOT's "Traffic Flow" map offers traffic counts on Rhode Island state roads. With the map open, zoom and pan with Acrobat Reader tools to find your location.

Blue Ribbon Panel
for Transportation Funding

Blue Ribbon Panel - Members, Schedule, Agendas, Presentations to Panel, Meeting Minutes.

Blue Ribbon Panel Public Presentation

Deputy Director

Office of the Director

William Chuck Alves
Deputy Director/Chief of Staff
401-222-2481

As Deputy Director and Chief of Staff, Mr. Alves works with the Director, overseeing the operations of the Department of Transportation. He is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Department and represents the Director on various boards and committees whenever necessary.