US Bridges

Pr 22 over Pr 165

Fair

Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.5 KM S S E of CATA&#165 · Structure no. 011761

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
180,400
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 22 over Pr 165 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 22 over Pr 165 in Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 180,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 205,700 by 2025. The structure is 140 ft (42.8 m) long and 135 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesPr 22
CrossesPr 165
Location2.5 KM S S E of CATA&#165
RouteState Highway 22
CountyGuaynabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.42114, -66.1101
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.8 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width135 ft (41.2 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic180,400 (2017)
Projected traffic205,700 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$291,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 22 over Pr 165 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 22 over Pr 165 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 22 over Pr 165 carry?

About 180,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 22 over Pr 165?

The structure is 140 ft (42.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 135 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 22 over Pr 165?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.