US Bridges

Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito

Poor

Aibonito Municipio, Puerto Rico · Aibonito · Structure no. 031311

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,900
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito in Aibonito Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 8,900 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,800 by 2025. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesOff Pr 725 KM 2.6
CrossesRio Aibonito
LocationAibonito
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates18.1526, -66.28534
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation*: *
Waterway adequacy2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating—
Inventory rating—

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.6 m)
Longest span49 ft (15 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,900 (2017)
Projected traffic12,800 by 2025
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionHighway traffic not carried
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a toll 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito carry?

About 8,900 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito?

The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (15 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 725 KM 2.6 over Rio Aibonito?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.