US Bridges

Pr 613 over Waterway

GoodPosted for load

Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico · 12 KM North of Jayuya · Structure no. 020081

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 613 over Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 613 over Waterway in Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2025. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 613
CrossesWaterway
Location12 KM North of Jayuya
RouteState Highway 613
CountyJayuya Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.28353, -66.5903
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.9 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 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
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$56,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 613 over Waterway built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 613 over Waterway 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 613 over Waterway carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pr 613 over Waterway?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns Pr 613 over Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.