US Bridges

Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local

Poor

Juana Diaz Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM West of Juana Diaz · Structure no. 016501

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
234 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local in Juana Diaz Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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.

It carries about 16,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,100 by 2025. The structure is 234 ft (71.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesPr 14 11.1 KM
CrossesGuayo River & Local
Location3 KM West of Juana Diaz
RouteState Highway 14
Coordinates18.05295, -66.53287
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating76.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length234 ft (71.4 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,200 (2017)
Projected traffic21,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2017 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local carry?

About 16,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local?

The structure is 234 ft (71.4 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 14 11.1 KM over Guayo River & Local?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.