US Bridges

Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River

Fair

Luquillo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM S E of Luquillo · Structure no. 018161

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
228 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River in Luquillo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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.

It carries about 28,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,200 by 2025. The structure is 228 ft (69.4 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 3 38.5 KM
CrossesSabana River
Location1 KM S E of Luquillo
RouteInterstate 3
CountyLuquillo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.36905, -65.71335
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating66.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length228 ft (69.4 m)
Longest span72 ft (22 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.1 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,800 (2017)
Projected traffic43,200 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River carry?

About 28,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River?

The structure is 228 ft (69.4 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (22 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 3 38.5 KM over Sabana River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.