US Bridges

Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek

Good

Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM E. of Campo Rico Ave · Structure no. 024401

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek in Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 28,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,100 by 2025. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 606 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesPr 8 KM 3.9
CrossesSan Anton Creek
Location1 KM E. of Campo Rico Ave
RouteState Highway 8
Coordinates18.39725, -65.99627
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.9 US tons
Inventory rating99.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width606 ft (184.8 m)
Roadway width182 ft (55.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,300 (2017)
Projected traffic33,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek carry?

About 28,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 606 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 8 KM 3.9 over San Anton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.