US Bridges

Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River

Fair

Cidra Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM North West of Cidra · Structure no. 015271

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River in Cidra 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 6 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2025. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 7775 4.3 KM
CrossesArroyata River
Location3 KM North West of Cidra
RouteState Highway 7775
CountyCidra Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.18309, -66.18248
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2017)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$35,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River built?

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

What condition is Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m).

Who owns Pr 7775 4.3 KM over Arroyata River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.