US Bridges

Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek

Fair

Mayaguez Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 KM N W of Mayaguez · Structure no. 014342

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
136 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek in Mayaguez Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 9,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,850 by 2025. The structure is 136 ft (41.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 102 1.0 KM
CrossesBoca Morena Creek
Location2 KM N W of Mayaguez
RouteState Highway 102
CountyMayaguez Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.21488, -67.15443
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionNovember 2023
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.3 US tons
Inventory rating38.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length136 ft (41.6 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,300 (2017)
Projected traffic12,850 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
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$140,000 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek carry?

About 9,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek?

The structure is 136 ft (41.6 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 102 1.0 KM over Boca Morena Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.