Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River
PoorPosted for loadJayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM East of Jayuya · Structure no. 003061
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,700
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River in Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 11,700 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,200 by 2025. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River carry?
About 11,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns Pr 144 6 KM over Caricaboa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.