US Bridges

Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek

GoodPosted for load

Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico · 5 KM North East of Ponce · Structure no. 014691

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,900 by 2025. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 506 1.2 KM
CrossesUnnamed Creek
Location5 KM North East of Ponce
RouteState Highway 506
CountyPonce Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.03909, -66.54859
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,200 (2017)
Projected traffic13,900 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek carry?

About 11,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 506 1.2 KM over Unnamed Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.