Pr 1 over Maton River
PoorPosted for loadCayey Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.5 KM Southwest of Cayey · Structure no. 000161
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1947
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,300
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pr 1 over Maton River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Pr 1 over Maton River in Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1947, so it is 98 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 8,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2025. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pr 1 over Maton River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1947.
What condition is Pr 1 over Maton 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Pr 1 over Maton River carry?
About 8,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pr 1 over Maton River?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Pr 1 over Maton River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.