US Bridges

Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban

Poor

Mayaguez Municipio, Puerto Rico · At Mayaguez City · Structure no. 007291

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,440 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
45,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban in Mayaguez Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 45,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,800 by 2025. The structure is 1,440 ft (438.8 m) long and 115 ft wide.

CarriesPr 2 154.3 KM
CrossesYaguez River & Urban
LocationAt Mayaguez City
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates18.20323, -67.14689
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.2 US tons
Inventory rating22.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,440 ft (438.8 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.2 m)
Roadway width95 ft (28.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,800 (2017)
Projected traffic62,800 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$4.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban carry?

About 45,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban?

The structure is 1,440 ft (438.8 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 2 154.3 KM over Yaguez River & Urban?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.