US Bridges

Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River

Fair

Orocovis Municipio, Puerto Rico · 7.5 KM North of Villalba · Structure no. 007801

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
700
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River in Orocovis Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2025. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 143 36.3 KM
CrossesMatrullas River
Location7.5 KM North of Villalba
RouteState Highway 143
CountyOrocovis Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.18802, -66.47636
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating15.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic700 (2017)
Projected traffic900 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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$353,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River carry?

About 700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Pr 143 36.3 KM over Matrullas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.