US Bridges

Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River

Poor

Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM Northwest of Humacao · Structure no. 018261

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
295 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River in Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 29,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,100 by 2025. The structure is 295 ft (89.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRamp PR60 to PR198
CrossesHumacao River
Location1 KM Northwest of Humacao
RouteState Highway 60
Coordinates18.15644, -66.8375
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 6 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.8 US tons
Inventory rating53.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length295 ft (89.8 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,200 (2017)
Projected traffic44,100 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$2.7 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River carry?

About 29,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River?

The structure is 295 ft (89.8 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp PR60 to PR198 over Humacao River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.