US Bridges

Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch

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Anasco Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.2 KM West of AÑASC · Structure no. 007751

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
34,600
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch in Anasco Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.

It carries about 34,600 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,300 by 2025. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 2
CrossesIrrigation Ditch
Location2.2 KM West of AÑASC
RouteInterstate 2
CountyAnasco Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.28403, -67.16418
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,600 (2017)
Projected traffic53,300 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$650,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch carry?

About 34,600 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Pr 2 over Irrigation Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.