US Bridges

Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River

PoorPosted for load

Canovanas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6 KM South of Canovanas · Structure no. 013771

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
66 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,700
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River in Canovanas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 10,700 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2025. The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 185 6.6 KM
CrossesCubuy River
Location6 KM South of Canovanas
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCanovanas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.32649, -65.88884
Functional classRural Local

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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating37.6 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.3 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.2 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,700 (2017)
Projected traffic12,500 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy 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 Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River carry?

About 10,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River?

The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 185 6.6 KM over Cubuy River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.