US Bridges

Pr 101 over Creek

FairPosted for load

Cabo Rojo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 8 KM S E of Cabo Rojo · Structure no. 019611

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 101 over Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 101 over Creek in Cabo Rojo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,100 by 2025. The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 101
CrossesCreek
Location8 KM S E of Cabo Rojo
RouteState Highway 101
CountyCabo Rojo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.02599, -67.15951
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length73 ft (22.1 m)
Longest span69 ft (20.9 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,000 (2017)
Projected traffic10,100 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed10.6 mi (17 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$48,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 101 over Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 101 over 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 101 over Creek carry?

About 7,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 101 over Creek?

The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (20.9 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 101 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.