Palma Street over Vivi River
FairPosted for loadUtuado Municipio, Puerto Rico · 0.10 KM North of Utuado · Structure no. 015001
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 108 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palma Street over Vivi River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Palma Street over Vivi River in Utuado Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,860 by 2020. The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Palma Street over Vivi River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palma Street over Vivi River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Palma Street over Vivi River carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Palma Street over Vivi River?
The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Palma Street over Vivi River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.