US Bridges

Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel

Good

San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico · 11 Kms. Se. from San Juan · Structure no. 023651

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel in San Juan Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 18,900 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,800 by 2025. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp Pr 17 to Pr 8
CrossesChannel
Location11 Kms. Se. from San Juan
RouteState Highway 17
CountySan Juan Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.41368, -66.02754
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,900 (2017)
Projected traffic23,800 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel 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 Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel carry?

About 18,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Ramp Pr 17 to Pr 8 over Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.