US Bridges

Pr 716 over Cuyon River

FairPosted for load

Aibonito Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3.7 KM South of Aibonito · Structure no. 008681

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 716 over Cuyon River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 716 over Cuyon River in Aibonito Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2025. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 716
CrossesCuyon River
Location3.7 KM South of Aibonito
RouteState Highway 716
CountyAibonito Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.09808, -66.24929
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating20.5 US tons
Inventory rating15.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2017)
Projected traffic1,400 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

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 716 over Cuyon River built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 716 over Cuyon 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 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 716 over Cuyon River carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pr 716 over Cuyon River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Pr 716 over Cuyon River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.