US Bridges

Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek

FairPosted for load

Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6.5 KM Southwest of Cidra · Structure no. 011091

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek in Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2025. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 7729
CrossesCAÑA Creek
Location6.5 KM Southwest of Cidra
RouteState Highway 7729
CountyCayey Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.14353, -66.19224
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.9 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2017)
Projected traffic700 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$326,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns Pr 7729 over CAÑA Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.