US Bridges

Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek

FairPosted for load

Isabela Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4.5 Miles West of Isabela · Structure no. 012961

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek in Isabela Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2025. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 4466 1.8 KM
CrossesCreek
Location4.5 Miles West of Isabela
RouteState Highway 4466
CountyIsabela Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.5107, -67.0958
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating19.1 US tons
Inventory rating14.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.4 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 traffic500 (2017)
Projected traffic700 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$237,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 4466 1.8 KM over 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Pr 4466 1.8 KM over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.