US Bridges

Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River

Fair

Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM West of Jayuya · Structure no. 015231

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
282 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River in Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,100 by 2025. The structure is 282 ft (86.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 144 KM 0.8
CrossesGrande De Jayuya River
Location3 KM West of Jayuya
RouteState Highway 144
CountyJayuya Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.20858, -66.61954
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71.2 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length282 ft (86.1 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,500 (2017)
Projected traffic10,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed15.5 mi (25 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River carry?

About 7,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River?

The structure is 282 ft (86.1 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 144 KM 0.8 over Grande De Jayuya River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.