US Bridges

Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River

Fair

Humacao Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4 Kms N.E. of Humacao · Structure no. 024281

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
982 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
15,100
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River 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 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 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,900 by 2025. The structure is 982 ft (299.2 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesPr 53 27.1 KM
CrossesAnton Ruiz River
Location4 Kms N.E. of Humacao
Coordinates18.17539, -65.80219
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.7 US tons
Inventory rating53.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length982 ft (299.2 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.3 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 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 closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River built?

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

What condition is Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River carry?

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

How long is Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River?

The structure is 982 ft (299.2 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.3 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 53 27.1 KM over Anton Ruiz River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.