US Bridges

Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River

FairPosted for load

Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico · West of Ponce City · Structure no. 008752

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
98 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 13,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,500 by 2025. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM
CrossesMatilde River
LocationWest of Ponce City
RouteState Highway 2
CountyPonce Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates17.99573, -66.63484
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating23.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (11.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,400 (2017)
Projected traffic18,500 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$428,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River carry?

About 13,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 2 Eabd 225.5 KM over Matilde River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.