US Bridges

Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River

Fair

Ceiba Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4.5 KM South of Ceiba. · Structure no. 024551

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
687 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
27,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River in Ceiba Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 27,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,800 by 2025. The structure is 687 ft (209.5 m) long and 111 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesPr 53 11.5 KM
CrossesPr 974 and Daguao River
Location4.5 KM South of Ceiba.
RouteState Highway 53
CountyCeiba Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.22831, -65.68156
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating103.7 US tons
Inventory rating62.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length687 ft (209.5 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.1 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,200 (2017)
Projected traffic40,800 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao 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 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River carry?

About 27,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River?

The structure is 687 ft (209.5 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.1 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 53 11.5 KM over Pr 974 and Daguao River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.