US Bridges

Pr 3 over Pitahaya River

Fair

Luquillo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2.4 KM S E of Luquillo · Structure no. 018171

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
178 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
28,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 3 over Pitahaya River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 3 over Pitahaya 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 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,200 by 2025. The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 3
CrossesPitahaya River
Location2.4 KM S E of Luquillo
RouteInterstate 3
CountyLuquillo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.35685, -65.70039
Functional classRural 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.1 US tons
Inventory rating58.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length178 ft (54.3 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.1 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,800 (2017)
Projected traffic43,200 by 2025
Trucks4%
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$523,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 3 over Pitahaya River built?

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

What condition is Pr 3 over Pitahaya 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 3 over Pitahaya River carry?

About 28,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 3 over Pitahaya River?

The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 3 over Pitahaya River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.