US Bridges

Pr 368 over CA¥AS River

Good

Sabana Grande Municipio, Puerto Rico · 6.1 KM S E Sabana Grande · Structure no. 014431

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,100
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 368 over CA¥AS River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 368 over CA¥AS River in Sabana Grande Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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.

It carries about 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2025. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 368
CrossesCA¥AS River
Location6.1 KM S E Sabana Grande
RouteState Highway 368
CountySabana Grande Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.05171, -66.91962
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,100 (2017)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$34,000 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 368 over CA¥AS River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 368 over CA¥AS 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 368 over CA¥AS River carry?

About 1,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 368 over CA¥AS River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Pr 368 over CA¥AS River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.