US Bridges

Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River

PoorPosted for load

Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico · 0.4 KM South of Int Pr 2 · Structure no. 001451

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
195 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 8,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,100 by 2025. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 123 KM 2.95
CrossesPortugues River
Location0.4 KM South of Int Pr 2
RouteState Highway 10
CountyPonce Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates17.99339, -66.61529
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating66.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span66 ft (20 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,800 (2017)
Projected traffic12,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River carry?

About 8,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 123 KM 2.95 over Portugues River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.