US Bridges

Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek

FairPosted for load

Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico · At North of Humacao · Structure no. 010341

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek in Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,200 by 2025. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 924 0.5 KM
CrossesMabu Creek
LocationAt North of Humacao
RouteState Highway 924
CountyHumacao Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.15237, -65.82067
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,500 (2017)
Projected traffic10,200 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
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

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek 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 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek carry?

About 7,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m).

Who owns Pr 924 0.5 KM over Mabu Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.