US Bridges

Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek

Fair

Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3 KM N W of Vega Alta · Structure no. 022131

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,198 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
21,100
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek in Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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.

It carries about 21,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,600 by 2025. The structure is 1,198 ft (365.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp Pr 2 to Pr 22
CrossesUnknown Creek
Location3 KM N W of Vega Alta
CountyVega Alta Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.42972, -66.34278
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating65.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,198 ft (365.3 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,100 (2017)
Projected traffic26,600 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll 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 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek 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 Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek carry?

About 21,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek?

The structure is 1,198 ft (365.3 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp Pr 2 to Pr 22 over Unknown Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.