US Bridges

Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L

Fair

Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6 KM North of Caguas · Structure no. 020602

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
315 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
51,000
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L in Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 51,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,850 by 2025. The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM
CrossesCA¥AS River & L
Location6 KM North of Caguas
RouteInterstate 52
CountyCaguas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.29221, -66.04393
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93.1 US tons
Inventory rating55.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length315 ft (96 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.4 m)
Roadway width52 ft (16 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51,000 (2017)
Projected traffic69,850 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$344,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L carry?

About 51,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L?

The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 52 Nbnd 12.1 KM over CA¥AS River & L?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.