US Bridges

Pr 171 over Creek

FairPosted for load

Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.5 KM North of Cayey · Structure no. 015621

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 171 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 171 over Creek in Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 8,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2025. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 171
CrossesCreek
Location1.5 KM North of Cayey
RouteState Highway 171
CountyCayey Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.12781, -66.16573
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,300 (2017)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$28,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 171 over Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 171 over 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 171 over Creek carry?

About 8,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 171 over Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Pr 171 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.