US Bridges

Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River

Fair

Juana Diaz Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6 KM S E of Juana Diaz · Structure no. 012082

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
387 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,900
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River in Juana Diaz Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 387 ft (118 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 86.2 KM
CrossesCAÑAS River
Location6 KM S E of Juana Diaz
RouteInterstate 52
CountyJuana Diaz Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.03363, -66.46597
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.8 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length387 ft (118 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.8 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
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$863,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS 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 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River carry?

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

How long is Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River?

The structure is 387 ft (118 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 52 Nobd 86.2 KM over CAÑAS River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.