Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River
PoorCaguas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM West of Caguas · Structure no. 008601
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 169 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 93,200
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River in Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 61 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.
It carries about 93,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 127,700 by 2025. The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Pr 52 18.90 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River carry?
About 93,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River?
The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns Pr 52 18.90 KM over Caguitas River?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.