US Bridges

Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM

FairPosted for load

Las Piedras Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.4 KM South Las Piedras · Structure no. 008651

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
194 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM in Las Piedras Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,100 by 2025. The structure is 194 ft (59.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 921 1.6 KM
CrossesPr 30 22.5 KM
Location1.4 KM South Las Piedras
RouteState Highway 921
CountyLas Piedras Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.16862, -65.86839
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length194 ft (59.2 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,800 (2017)
Projected traffic14,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$152,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM carry?

About 9,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM?

The structure is 194 ft (59.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 921 1.6 KM over Pr 30 22.5 KM?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.