US Bridges

Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River

Good

Guayama Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 Km. North of Guayama · Structure no. 024631

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,800
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River in Guayama Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2025. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 179 at K1.5
CrossesGuamani River
Location2 Km. North of Guayama
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyGuayama Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.01088, -66.11667
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,800 (2017)
Projected traffic4,900 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River carry?

About 3,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 179 at K1.5 over Guamani River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.