US Bridges

Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River

FairPosted for load

Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · Guaynabo Town · Structure no. 021641

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
148 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2005 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River in Guaynabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2025. The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAlpierre ST 0.8 KM
CrossesGuaynabo River
LocationGuaynabo Town
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates18.35139, -66.11361
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating15.1 US tons
Inventory rating11.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length148 ft (45 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2005)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$150,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River?

The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Alpierre ST 0.8 KM over Guaynabo River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.