US Bridges

Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River

FairPosted for load

Orocovis Municipio, Puerto Rico · 7 KM W N W of Orocovis · Structure no. 007361

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
128 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River in Orocovis Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2025. The structure is 128 ft (39.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 157 14.7 KM
CrossesBauta River
Location7 KM W N W of Orocovis
RouteState Highway 157
CountyOrocovis Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.23397, -66.45459
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length128 ft (39.1 m)
Longest span52 ft (16 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2017)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$95,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River?

The structure is 128 ft (39.1 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 157 14.7 KM over Bauta River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.