US Bridges

Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River

PoorPosted for load

Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM East of Aguas Buenas · Structure no. 003481

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,000
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River in Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2025. The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesPr 777 0.25 KM
CrossesCaguitas River
Location3 KM East of Aguas Buenas
RouteState Highway 777
CountyCaguas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.24808, -66.07986
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating27.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (22 m)
Longest span66 ft (20 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2017)
Projected traffic1,400 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$386,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River?

The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 777 0.25 KM over Caguitas River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.