US Bridges

Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River

GoodPosted for load

Adjuntas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6 KM South of Utuado · Structure no. E13551

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Other
Other
Length
175 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
250
2005 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River is a other other carrying Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River in Adjuntas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 250 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2025. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 123 at 46.2
CrossesGrande De Arecibo River
Location6 KM South of Utuado
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAdjuntas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.22164, -66.72133
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating8.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialOther
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2005)
Projected traffic300 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$998,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 123 at 46.2 over Grande De Arecibo River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.