US Bridges

Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek

Fair

San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico · 200 Mts Off Pr 845 · Structure no. 018041

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,480
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek in San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 2,480 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,220 by 2025. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 845 KM 1.06
CrossesGuaracanal Creek
Location200 Mts Off Pr 845
RouteCity Street 0
CountySan Juan Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.37749, -66.04699
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating102.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,480 (2017)
Projected traffic3,220 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek carry?

About 2,480 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns Off Pr 845 KM 1.06 over Guaracanal Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.