US Bridges

Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River

FairPosted for load

Aguada Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4.2 KM South of Aguada · Structure no. 004821

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River in Aguada Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2025. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 411 5.7 KM
CrossesIngenio River
Location4.2 KM South of Aguada
RouteState Highway 411
CountyAguada Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.33967, -67.19232
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.4 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2017)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$239,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 411 5.7 KM over Ingenio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.