US Bridges

Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River

FairPosted for load

Naguabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 15 KM N W of Naguabo · Structure no. 004571

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
70 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River in Naguabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 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 1,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,300 by 2025. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 191 9.6 KM
CrossesCubuy River
Location15 KM N W of Naguabo
RouteState Highway 191
CountyNaguabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.2651, -65.80088
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.4 US tons
Inventory rating23.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2017)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionHighway traffic not carried
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$334,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 191 9.6 KM over Cubuy River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.