US Bridges

Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1

Fair

San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico · Int 54 & Ottawa SE ST · Structure no. 021261

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,700
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1 is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1 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 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 8,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2025. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAndalcia ST 0.1 KM
CrossesJosefina Creek KM 0.1
LocationInt 54 & Ottawa SE ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountySan Juan Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.40513, -66.07543
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating41.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,700 (2017)
Projected traffic12,500 by 2025
Trucks2%
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$28,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1 built?

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

What condition is Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1 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 Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1 carry?

About 8,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Andalcia ST 0.1 KM over Josefina Creek KM 0.1?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.