US Bridges

Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek

Fair

Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3.7 Miles S E of Cayey · Structure no. 011731

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek in Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,200 by 2025. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 738 6.8 KM
CrossesEl Cedro Creek
Location3.7 Miles S E of Cayey
RouteState Highway 738
CountyCayey Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.09019, -66.14111
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,400 (2017)
Projected traffic9,200 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek carry?

About 6,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Pr 738 6.8 KM over El Cedro Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.