US Bridges

Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel

FairPosted for load

Toa Baja Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 KM Northwest of Bayamon · Structure no. 015771

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
142,000
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel in Toa Baja Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 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 142,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 178,900 by 2025. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 22
CrossesRio Hondo Channel
Location2 KM Northwest of Bayamon
CountyToa Baja Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.4197, -66.18791
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.3 US tons
Inventory rating17.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic142,000 (2017)
Projected traffic178,900 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$36,000 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel carry?

About 142,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Pr 22 over Rio Hondo Channel?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.