US Bridges

T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway

Fair

Bayamon Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM of Loubriel Stadium · Structure no. 018661

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,540
2005 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway is a concrete slab carrying T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway in Bayamon Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 15,540 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,500 by 2025. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesT.N Mrtnz .52 KM
CrossesWaterway
Location1 KM of Loubriel Stadium
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBayamon Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.383, -66.15269
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,540 (2005)
Projected traffic19,500 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$51,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway carry?

About 15,540 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns T.N Mrtnz .52 KM over Waterway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.