Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River
PoorPosted for loadBayamon Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6.5 KM NW of Aguas Buenas · Structure no. 007401
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River in Bayamon Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,300 by 2025. The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River?
The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (22 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Pr 174 13.1 KM over Bayamon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.