US Bridges

Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek

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Hatillo Municipio, Puerto Rico · Hatillo Frente Mall · Structure no. 022011

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek in Hatillo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 35,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,300 by 2025. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 2
CrossesUnnamed Creek
LocationHatillo Frente Mall
RouteState Highway 2
CountyHatillo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.48262, -66.82528
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width117 ft (35.8 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,900 (2017)
Projected traffic55,300 by 2025
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$75,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 2 over Unnamed 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek carry?

About 35,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 2 over Unnamed Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.