US Bridges

Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River

FairPosted for load

Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico · South of PR132 · Structure no. 021581

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,400
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6 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 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,100 by 2025. The structure is 160 ft (48.9 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 132 0.2 KM
CrossesPastillo River
LocationSouth of PR132
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPonce Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.0125, -66.64833
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating12.2 US tons
Inventory rating9.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length160 ft (48.9 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.5 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,400 (2017)
Projected traffic12,100 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$2.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River carry?

About 8,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River?

The structure is 160 ft (48.9 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 132 0.2 KM over Pastillo River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.