US Bridges

Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel

Good

Fajardo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.40 KM North of Fajardo · Structure no. 026701

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,600
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel is a concrete slab carrying Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel in Fajardo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2025. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 978 2.2 KM
CrossesSardinera Channel
Location2.40 KM North of Fajardo
RouteState Highway 987
CountyFajardo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.34683, -65.63688
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.7 US tons
Inventory rating54.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.2 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,600 (2017)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 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 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel carry?

About 4,600 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel?

The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 978 2.2 KM over Sardinera Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.