US Bridges

Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM

Fair

Juana Diaz Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 KM S S W of Juana Diaz · Structure no. 011442

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
164 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM in Juana Diaz Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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.

It carries about 17,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,050 by 2025. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM
CrossesPr 149 68.4 KM
Location2 KM S S W of Juana Diaz
RouteInterstate 52
CountyJuana Diaz Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.04243, -66.50972
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,900 (2017)
Projected traffic25,050 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$211,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM carry?

About 17,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 52 Nobd 91.1 KM over Pr 149 68.4 KM?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.