US Bridges

Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek

Good

Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6 Kms. Northeast Humacao · Structure no. 023131

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,100
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek in Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,900 by 2025. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 53 26.6 KM
CrossesCollores Creek
Location6 Kms. Northeast Humacao
RouteState Highway 3
CountyHumacao Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.1817, -65.79807
Functional classRural 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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,100 (2017)
Projected traffic19,900 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek carry?

About 15,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Pr 53 26.6 KM over Collores Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.