US Bridges

Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River

FairPosted for load

Luquillo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4.2 KM S E Luquillo City · Structure no. 019141

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,700
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River in Luquillo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 28,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,100 by 2025. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 3 42.35 KM
CrossesJuan Martin River
Location4.2 KM S E Luquillo City
RouteInterstate 3
CountyLuquillo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.35199, -65.68421
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.3 US tons
Inventory rating13.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,700 (2017)
Projected traffic43,100 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$1.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River carry?

About 28,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns Pr 3 42.35 KM over Juan Martin River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.