US Bridges

Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek

FairPosted for load

Lajas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 Miles West of Lajas · Structure no. 005981

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek in Lajas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2025. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 3306 0.8 KM
CrossesParis Creek
Location3 Miles West of Lajas
RouteState Highway 3306
CountyLajas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.04415, -67.10547
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic800 (2017)
Projected traffic1,000 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$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek carry?

About 800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns Pr 3306 0.8 KM over Paris Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.