Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River
PoorPonce Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1 KM South of Ponce · Structure no. 022691
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,099 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,800
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 18,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,300 by 2025. The structure is 1,099 ft (335 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pr 52 106.1 KM 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River carry?
About 18,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River?
The structure is 1,099 ft (335 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.5 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.
Who owns Pr 52 106.1 KM over Portugues River?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.