US Bridges

Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM

Fair

Gurabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.9 KM S E of Gurabo · Structure no. 010261

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
84,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM is a concrete frame carrying Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM in Gurabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 84,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 127,100 by 2025. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 30 8.55 KM
CrossesPr 9030 0.1 KM
Location1.9 KM S E of Gurabo
RouteState Highway 30
CountyGurabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.24991, -65.96149
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 rating79.3 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.1 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.3 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic84,200 (2017)
Projected traffic127,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM carry?

About 84,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 30 8.55 KM over Pr 9030 0.1 KM?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.