US Bridges

Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River

Good

Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.8 Kms SW Canovanas · Structure no. 028221

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
284 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,000
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River in Carolina Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 32,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,500 by 2025. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 66 8.9 KM
CrossesCanovanillas River
Location2.8 Kms SW Canovanas
RouteInterstate 66
CountyCarolina Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.36153, -65.91853
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 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 rating92.6 US tons
Inventory rating55.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length284 ft (86.6 m)
Longest span121 ft (37 m)
Deck width107 ft (32.7 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,000 (2017)
Projected traffic36,500 by 2025
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River carry?

About 32,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River?

The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (37 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 66 8.9 KM over Canovanillas River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.