US Bridges

Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River

FairPosted for load

Lares Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM East of Lares · Structure no. 008641

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River is a concrete tee beam carrying Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River in Lares Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 18,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,400 by 2025. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 111 35 KM
CrossesGuajataca River
Location1 KM East of Lares
RouteState Highway 111
CountyLares Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.29751, -66.87312
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,400 (2017)
Projected traffic25,400 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$34,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River carry?

About 18,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 111 35 KM over Guajataca River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.