The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued an IFB for Contract 23-15: Eaton 9355-20-30 UPS Battery Replacement and Tray Upgrade. To read the IFB, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the April Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release announcing its toll revenue bond rating has been upgraded to ‘A’. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. To read the complete S&P Global Ratings report, CLICK HERE. Current Employment Opportunities: – Maintenance Worker – Level 1 – Electrician – Full Time E-ZPass Customer Service Representative – Part Time E-ZPass Customer Service Representatives For more information on how to apply CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the March Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Administration Offices will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023, in observance of Presidents’ Day. The E-ZPass Office will remain open on Presidents’ Day with the following hours of operation: Walk-in Center Hours: 9:00 am-1:00 pm and Call Center Hours: 9:00 am-5:00 pm The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the February Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the January Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2023 in observance of the New Year’s Holiday. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed on Monday, December 26, 2022, in observance of the Christmas holiday and will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 24, 2022, and will reopen for regular business hours on Friday, November 25th. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the November Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the October Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the Citizens Pell Bridge Run taking place on Sunday, October 16, 2022.  To read the press release, CLICK HERE.
The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Friday, September 23, 2022 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the September Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s Administration and E-ZPass offices will be closed on Monday, September 5, 2022, for Labor Day. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the August Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s Administration and E-ZPass offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022, in observance of Independence Day. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the June Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022, in observance of Memorial Day. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Annual Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the May Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the March Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Administration Offices will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022, in observance of Presidents’ Day. The E-ZPass Office will remain open on Presidents’ Day with the following hours of operation: Walk-in Center Hours: 9:00 am-1:00 pm and Call Center Hours: 9:00 am-5:00 pm The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the February Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. January 17, 2022Â 8:27 AM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has lifted travel restrictions on all bridges. The bridges are open to all traffic. To read the press release, CLICK HERE.
January 17, 2022  6:56 AM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has increased vehicle restrictions on the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges. Only automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, and commercial buses are permitted to cross the bridge.  All other vehicles are prohibited from travel across the bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. January 17, 2022  6:13 AM MOUNT HOPE BRIDGE CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WINDS To read the press release concerning the closure, CLICK HERE. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. January 17, 2022  6:00 AM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has increased vehicle restrictions on the Mount Hope Bridge. Only automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, and commercial buses are permitted to cross the bridge.  All other vehicles are prohibited from travel across the bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. January 17, 2022 4:58 PM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has restricted access to the Mount Hope, Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano bridges for High Profile Vehicles (house trailers/RVs, empty enclosed trailers). To read the press release, CLICK HERE For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release advising that its offices will delay opening until 12PM on Friday, January 7, 2022. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at 8:30 am. To review the January Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. Hours of Operation 9:00 am to 1:00 pm – Monday, Wednesday and Friday Please visit www.ezpassritba.com to access your account online or call 1-877-743-9727 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for assistance with your E-ZPass account. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed on Monday, January 3, 2022 in observance of the New Year’s Holiday. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass office will close at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 24, 2021. The E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed on Monday, December 27, 2021 in observance of the Christmas holiday and resume normal business hours on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning holiday travel and operations on the Pell Bridge. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 25, 2021, and will reopen for regular business hours on Friday, November 26th. November 12, 2021 3:15 PM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has lifted travel restrictions on all bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. November 12, 2021 2:20 PM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has implemented vehicle access restrictions on the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano bridges. Only automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, and commercial buses are permitted to cross the bridges. All other vehicles are prohibited from travel across the bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the expansion of the open-road tolling lanes on the Pell Bridge. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority E-ZPass and Administration offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021 in observance of Veterans Day. For a complete list of holidays observed by the State of Rhode Island, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the November Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. October 27, 2021 12:30 PM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has lifted travel restrictions on all bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. October 27, 2021 8:49 AM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority is lifting restrictions on the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges for all but high profile vehicles. Automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers and commercial buses may cross these bridges. Note: school buses are not permitted at this time. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. October 27, 2021 6:09 AM NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO BRIDGES CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WINDS To read the press release concerning the closure, CLICK HERE. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. October 27, 2021 4:59 AM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has increased vehicle restrictions on the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano bridges. Only automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, and commercial buses are permitted to cross the bridges. All other vehicles are prohibited from travel across the bridges. For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. October 26, 2021 11:30 PM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has restricted access to the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano bridges for High Profile Vehicles (box trucks, house trailers/RVs, empty enclosed trailers). For more information on weather related restrictions, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the transition to All-Electronic Tolling on the Newport Pell Bridge which begins on October 27, 2021. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the closure of the Open Road Tolling (ORT) Lanes at the Claiborne Pell Bridge toll plaza from October 14th- 28th. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the October Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The E-ZPass Interagency Group (IAG) is seeking applicants for an IAG Reciprocity Administrator position. For more information about this position and how to apply, CLICK HERE. The next Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 8:30 am, at the Authority’s office in Jamestown. To review the September Board Meeting Agenda, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s Administration and E-ZPass offices will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021 for Labor Day. August 22, 2021 2:10 PM The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has lifted travel restrictions on all bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. August 22, 2021 12:43 PM NEWPORT PELL, JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO AND MT. HOPE BRIDGES REOPENED EXCEPT FOR HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES To read the release concerning the reopening, CLICK HERE.
August 22, 2021Â 11:20 AM MOUNT HOPE BRIDGE CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WINDS To read the release concerning the closure, CLICK HERE.
August 22, 2021 10:56 AM NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO BRIDGES CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WINDS To read the release concerning the closure, CLICK HERE. August 22, 2021 10:42 AM MOUNT HOPE BRIDGE HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES RESTRICTED DUE TO HIGH WINDS To read the release concerning the vehicle restrictions, CLICK HERE. August 22, 2021 9:22 AM NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO BRIDGES HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES RESTRICTED DUE TO HIGH WINDS To read the release concerning the vehicle restrictions, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Henri and will provide regular updates on bridge operations. Please continue to follow our social media accounts for updates. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the speed study it recently conducted. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the migration to All-Electronic Tolling on the Newport Pell Bridge. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s Administration and E-ZPass offices will be closed on Monday, July 5, 2021 in observance of Independence Day. To see the list of Rhode Island State Holidays, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning increased travel over the Newport Pell Bridge. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the launch of a speed study being conducted on the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges. To read the press release, CLICK HERE. We have a new look! The ritba.org website transitioned to a new website platform on Saturday, August 22, 2020.  You may notice a change in the way the site looks, but all the information available to you remains the same. The new platform will make it easier and quicker for you to access the information you need and allow us to better maintain the site. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release announcing the addition of two open road tolling lanes (ORT) at the Newport Pell Bridge toll plaza. To read the press release regarding the change of hours, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release announcing the modification of the hours of operation of the Newport Pell Bridge eastbound toll booths beginning Saturday, April 11th until further notice. To read the press release regarding the change of hours, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release announcing the modification of the hours of operation of the Newport Pell Bridge westbound toll booths beginning Thursday, March 26th until further notice. To read the press release regarding the change of hours, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release announcing the modification of its E-ZPass Office Call Center hours of operation beginning Tuesday, March 24th until further notice. To read the press release regarding E-ZPass Call Center Hours, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued a press release concerning the Customer Satisfaction Survey conducted from October to December 2018. To read the release and a summary of some of the information gathered from the survey, CLICK HERE. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority is excited to announce its plans for a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Newport Pell Bridge. To read the press release, CLICK HEREIFB 23-15: Eaton 9355-20-30 UPS Battery Replacement and Tray Upgrade
RITBA April 2023 Board Meeting
Toll Revenue Bond Rating Upgraded to ‘A’
Employment Opportunities
RITBA March 2023 Board Meeting
Presidents’ Day 2023
RITBA February 2023 Board Meeting
RITBA January 2023 Board Meeting
2023 New Year’s Holiday Closure
Closure for Christmas Holiday 2022
Thanksgiving 2022
RITBA November 2022 Board Meeting
RITBA October 2022 Board Meeting
2022 Citizens Pell Bridge Run
RITBA September 2022 Board Meeting
Labor Day 2022
RITBA August 2022 Board Meeting
Independence Day 2022
RITBA June 2022 Board Meeting
Memorial Day 2022
RITBA May 2022 Board Meeting – Annual Meeting
RITBA March 2022 Board Meeting
Presidents’ Day 2022
RITBA February 2022 Board Meeting
ALERT: MOUNT HOPE, NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES HAVE REOPENED WITH NO RESTRICTIONS.
ALERT: FULL WIND RESTRICTIONS ON NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES
ALERT: MOUNT HOPE BRIDGE CLOSED
ALERT: FULL WIND RESTRICTIONS ON MOUNT HOPE BRIDGE
ALERT: HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES RESTRICTED DUE TO HIGH WINDS-MOUNT HOPE, NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2022 – Offices Closed
RITBA DELAYS OPENING UNTIL 12PM
RITBA January 2022 Board Meeting
E-ZPass Walk-In Customer Service Center – Current Hours
2022 New Year’s Holiday Closure
Closures for Christmas Eve and Christmas Holiday 2021
Pell Bridge Update on Operations and Holiday Travel
Thanksgiving 2021
ALL RESTRICTIONS LIFTED ON NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO BRIDGES
ALERT: VEHICLE ACCESS RESTRICTIONS DUE TO HIGH WINDS-NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES
Expanded Open Road Tolling Lanes on Newport Pell Bridge Beginning November 11, 2021
Veterans Day Closure 2021
RITBA November 2021 Board Meeting
ALL RESTRICTIONS LIFTED ON NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO BRIDGES
ALERT: NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES HAVE REOPENED WITH RESTRICTIONS
ALERT: NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES CLOSED
ALERT: VEHICLE ACCESS RESTRICTIONS INCREASED DUE TO HIGH WINDS-NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES
ALERT: HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES RESTRICTED DUE TO HIGH WINDS-NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES
Reminder: Transition to All-Electronic Tolling begins October 27th
Claiborne Pell Bridge Open Road Tolling (ORT) Lanes Closed October 14-28, 2021
RITBA October 2021 Board Meeting
E-ZPass Interagency Group (IAG) Employment Opportunity
RITBA September 2021 Board Meeting
Labor Day 2021
ALL RESTRICTIONS LIFTED ON NEWPORT PELL, JAMESTOWN AND MT. HOPE BRIDGES
NEWPORT PELL, JAMESTOWN VERRAZZANO AND MT. HOPE BRIDGES REOPENED EXCEPT FOR HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES
MOUNT HOPE BRIDGE CLOSED
NEWPORT PELL AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES CLOSED
HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES RESTRICTED DUE TO HIGH WINDS-MT. HOPE BRIDGE
HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES RESTRICTED DUE TO HIGH WINDS-NEWPORT AND JAMESTOWN BRIDGES
Tropical Storm Henri
Results of Speed Study on Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges
Newport Pell Bridge All-Electronic Tolling in October 2021
Independence Day 2021
Newport Pell Bridge Traffic Near 2019 levels
Speed Study on Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges
New Look for RITBA Website
COVID19 Response Update
NPB Eastbound Toll Booths Change of Hours
NPB Westbound Toll Booths Change of Hours
E-ZPASS CALL CENTER MODIFICATION OF HOURS COVID-19
Customer Satisfaction Survey Press Release
50th Anniversary of the Newport Pell Bridge