US Bridges

Pr 748 over Caimital Creek

FairPosted for load

Guayama Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM Northeast of Guayama · Structure no. 008841

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 748 over Caimital Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 748 over Caimital Creek in Guayama Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2025. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 748
CrossesCaimital Creek
Location3 KM Northeast of Guayama
RouteState Highway 748
CountyGuayama Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates17.99701, -66.10104
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating20 US tons
Inventory rating15.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2017)
Projected traffic6,300 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$24,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 748 over Caimital Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 748 over Caimital Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 748 over Caimital Creek carry?

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 748 over Caimital Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns Pr 748 over Caimital Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.