Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River
PoorSan German Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.8 KM North San German · Structure no. 007921
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 185 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River in San German Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 38,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,700 by 2025. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River carry?
About 38,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River?
The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.2 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Pr 2 173.6 KM over Cain River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.