US Bridges

Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon

Fair

Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico · 8 KM N W of Carolina · Structure no. 023321

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
7,367 ft
79 main spans
Daily traffic
18,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon in Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 18,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,800 by 2025. The structure is 7,367 ft (2,245.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 17 (PI¥ERO
CrossesPr 8 San Jose Lagoon
Location8 KM N W of Carolina
CountyCarolina Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.425, -66.025
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans79
Design loadHS 20
Structure length7,367 ft (2,245.4 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.1 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,900 (2017)
Projected traffic23,800 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$757,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon carry?

About 18,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon?

The structure is 7,367 ft (2,245.4 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 17 (PI¥ERO over Pr 8 San Jose Lagoon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).