US Bridges

Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7

FairPosted for load

San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico · South of San Jose Lagoon · Structure no. 006011

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
66 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,800
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7 in San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 6 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: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 13,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,900 by 2025. The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSilicia ST 0.7 KM
CrossesJuan Mendez Creek KM 0.7
LocationSouth of San Jose Lagoon
RouteCity Street 0
CountySan Juan Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.41556, -66.03639
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20 m)
Longest span23 ft (7.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,800 (2008)
Projected traffic19,900 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$665,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7 built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7 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 Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7 carry?

About 13,800 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7?

The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Silicia ST 0.7 KM over Juan Mendez Creek KM 0.7?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.