US Bridges

Pr 2 over Toruno Creek

Good

San German Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.5 KM North San German · Structure no. 007931

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
220 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
38,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 over Toruno Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 2 over Toruno Creek in San German Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2003, 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 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 38,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,700 by 2025. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 2
CrossesToruno Creek
Location1.5 KM North San German
RouteState Highway 2
CountySan German Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.09687, -67.0377
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width82 ft (24.9 m)
Roadway width82 ft (24.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,000 (2017)
Projected traffic51,700 by 2025
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$864,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 over Toruno Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is Pr 2 over Toruno Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 2 over Toruno Creek carry?

About 38,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 over Toruno Creek?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 2 over Toruno Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.