US Bridges

Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek

GoodPosted for load

Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · Caparra Interchange · Structure no. 008381

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,550
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek in Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,550 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,550 by 2025. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 194 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp Pr 23 to Pr 2
CrossesMargarita Creek
LocationCaparra Interchange
RouteState Highway 23
CountyGuaynabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.41237, -66.10363
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.8 US tons
Inventory rating21.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width194 ft (59.2 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,550 (2012)
Projected traffic10,550 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek 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 Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek carry?

About 7,550 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 194 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp Pr 23 to Pr 2 over Margarita Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.