US Bridges

Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River

Fair

Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM South West of Cayey · Structure no. 020512

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
641 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
16,450
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River in Cayey Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 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 16,450 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,750 by 2025. The structure is 641 ft (195.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 52 Norb 43.6 KM
CrossesMaton River
Location3 KM South West of Cayey
RouteInterstate 1
CountyCayey Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.09278, -66.1825
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.2 US tons
Inventory rating51.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length641 ft (195.4 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,450 (2017)
Projected traffic20,750 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.6 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River 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 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River carry?

About 16,450 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River?

The structure is 641 ft (195.4 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 52 Norb 43.6 KM over Maton River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.