US Bridges

Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek

Fair

Sabana Grande Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4 KM S E of Sabana Grande · Structure no. 015541

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek in Sabana Grande Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5 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: open, posting recommended but not legally implemented.

It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2025. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 368 3.45 KM
CrossesMachuchal Creek
Location4 KM S E of Sabana Grande
RouteState Highway 368
CountySabana Grande Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.06522, -66.93237
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, posting recommended but not legally implemented
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2017)
Projected traffic3,600 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$11,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 368 3.45 KM over Machuchal Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.