US Bridges

Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel

Good

Guayama Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4 KM Northwest of Guayama · Structure no. 023501

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel in Guayama Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,600 by 2025. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 7703 3.1 KM
CrossesIrrigation Channel
Location4 KM Northwest of Guayama
RouteState Highway 7703
CountyGuayama Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates17.98478, -66.15333
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.6 US tons
Inventory rating82.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic6,400 (2017)
Projected traffic8,600 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel carry?

About 6,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel?

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

Who owns Pr 7703 3.1 KM over Irrigation Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.