US Bridges

Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek

Good

Maunabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4.2KMS of NE of Maunabo · Structure no. 029031

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,800
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek in Maunabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,900 by 2025. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 53
CrossesEmajagua Creek
Location4.2KMS of NE of Maunabo
RouteInterstate 53
CountyMaunabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.00953, -65.87311
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck32 ft (9.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,800 (2017)
Projected traffic7,900 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek carry?

About 5,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 53 over Emajagua Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.