US Bridges

Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River

FairPosted for load

Utuado Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM South West of Utuado · Structure no. 015831

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
236 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,400
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River in Utuado Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2025. The structure is 236 ft (71.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesOff Pr 123 @ KM 52
CrossesGrande De Arecibo River
Location3 KM South West of Utuado
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates18.25139, -66.72209
Functional classRural 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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.2 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length236 ft (71.9 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.4 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,400 (2017)
Projected traffic4,400 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$252,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River carry?

About 3,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River?

The structure is 236 ft (71.9 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 123 @ KM 52 over Grande De Arecibo River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.