US Bridges

Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River

Fair

Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 KM S W from Caguas · Structure no. 019431

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
84 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,800
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River in Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 6 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 7,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,200 by 2025. The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 784 2.3 KM
CrossesCA¥ABONCITO River
Location2 KM S W from Caguas
RouteCity Street 0
CountyCaguas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.22033, -66.06471
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating34.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length84 ft (25.5 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,800 (2017)
Projected traffic11,200 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$67,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River carry?

About 7,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River?

The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 784 2.3 KM over CA¥ABONCITO River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.