US Bridges

Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River

Fair

Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 0.7 KM Int Pr 189 & P · Structure no. 016921

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
296 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,700
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River in Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 16,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,200 by 2025. The structure is 296 ft (90.1 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 189
CrossesGrande De Loiza River
Location0.7 KM Int Pr 189 & P
RouteState Highway 189
CountyCaguas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.24093, -66.00968
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating104.4 US tons
Inventory rating62.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length296 ft (90.1 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,700 (2017)
Projected traffic21,200 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$743,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River 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 189 over Grande De Loiza River carry?

About 16,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River?

The structure is 296 ft (90.1 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 189 over Grande De Loiza River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.