US Bridges

Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek

Fair

Barranquitas Municipio, Puerto Rico · At North of Barranquitas · Structure no. 017691

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
11,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek in Barranquitas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 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.

It carries about 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,300 by 2025. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 152R 1.4 KM
CrossesPadilla Creek
LocationAt North of Barranquitas
RouteState Highway 152R
CountyBarranquitas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.18991, -66.30325
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,900 (2017)
Projected traffic14,300 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$236,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek carry?

About 11,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Pr 152R 1.4 KM over Padilla Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.