US Bridges

Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road

Good

San German Municipio, Puerto Rico · 4 KM S W of Sabana Grande · Structure no. 009641

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
32,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road in San German Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 32,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,700 by 2025. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 2 179.5 KM
CrossesLocal Road
Location4 KM S W of Sabana Grande
RouteState Highway 2
CountySan German Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.08134, -66.99102
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span26 ft (8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,900 (2017)
Projected traffic44,700 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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$768,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road 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 2 179.5 KM over Local Road carry?

About 32,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m).

Who owns Pr 2 179.5 KM over Local Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.