US Bridges

Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek

Good

Naguabo Municipio, Puerto Rico · 11.5 KM East of Juncos · Structure no. 011951

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek in Naguabo Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2025. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 950 6.2 KM
CrossesSonadora Creek
Location11.5 KM East of Juncos
RouteState Highway 950
CountyNaguabo Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.22853, -65.80364
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating89.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2017)
Projected traffic1,700 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
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$17,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Pr 950 6.2 KM over Sonadora Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.