US Bridges

Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River

Poor

Orocovis Municipio, Puerto Rico · 12.29 Km. Ne. of Orocovis · Structure no. 029521

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River in Orocovis Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2025. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 157 2.35 KM
CrossesRiachuelos River
Location12.29 Km. Ne. of Orocovis
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOrocovis Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.23463, -66.50651
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

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.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2017)
Projected traffic300 by 2025
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$82,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 157 2.35 KM over Riachuelos River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.