US Bridges

Pr 172 over Sabana River

Good

Cidra Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 Km. Northeast of Cidra · Structure no. 028981

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
198 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 172 over Sabana River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 172 over Sabana River in Cidra Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,000 by 2025. The structure is 198 ft (60.3 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 172
CrossesSabana River
Location2 Km. Northeast of Cidra
RouteState Highway 172
CountyCidra Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.1763, -66.15109
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating80 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length198 ft (60.3 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.9 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,500 (2017)
Projected traffic26,000 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 172 over Sabana River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 172 over Sabana River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 172 over Sabana River carry?

About 20,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 172 over Sabana River?

The structure is 198 ft (60.3 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.9 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 172 over Sabana River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.