US Bridges

Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River

Fair

Naranjito Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 KM South of Naranjito · Structure no. 007681

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,600
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River in Naranjito Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 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 18,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,200 by 2025. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 152 18.1 KM
CrossesGuadiana River
Location2 KM South of Naranjito
RouteState Highway 152
CountyNaranjito Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.28299, -66.25672
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,600 (2017)
Projected traffic24,200 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$215,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River carry?

About 18,600 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Pr 152 18.1 KM over Guadiana River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.