US Bridges

PR-66 over Las Lajas River

GoodPosted for load

Rio Grande Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM SW Rio Grande · Structure no. 029772

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
339 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,863
2005 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

PR-66 over Las Lajas River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying PR-66 over Las Lajas River in Rio Grande Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 22,863 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,000 by 2025. The structure is 339 ft (103.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPR-66
CrossesLas Lajas River
Location3 KM SW Rio Grande
RouteInterstate 66
CountyRio Grande Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.36819, -65.85315
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length339 ft (103.2 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,863 (2005)
Projected traffic30,000 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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-66 over Las Lajas River built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is PR-66 over Las Lajas River 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does PR-66 over Las Lajas River carry?

About 22,863 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is PR-66 over Las Lajas River?

The structure is 339 ft (103.2 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns PR-66 over Las Lajas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.