US Bridges

Pr 1 over Guaynabo River

Good

Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4 KM South of Guaynabo · Structure no. 006911

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 1 over Guaynabo River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 1 over Guaynabo River in Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 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 17,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,400 by 2025. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesPr 1
CrossesGuaynabo River
Location4 KM South of Guaynabo
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates18.3287, -66.09873
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 rating90.6 US tons
Inventory rating54.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,400 (2017)
Projected traffic20,400 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$58,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 1 over Guaynabo River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 1 over Guaynabo 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 1 over Guaynabo River carry?

About 17,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 1 over Guaynabo River?

The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).

Who owns Pr 1 over Guaynabo River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.