US Bridges

Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River

Fair

Maunabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM West of Maunabo · Structure no. 013451

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
149 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,800
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River in Maunabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 54 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.

It carries about 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,400 by 2025. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 759 KM 2.45
CrossesMaunabo River
Location3 KM West of Maunabo
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMaunabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.00963, -65.92647
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.3 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,800 (2017)
Projected traffic8,400 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$753,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River carry?

About 5,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 759 KM 2.45 over Maunabo River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.