US Bridges

Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690

Good

Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico · 2 KM N W of Vega Alta · Structure no. 022232

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
118 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
54,200
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690 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 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 54,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,300 by 2025. The structure is 118 ft (35.9 m) long and 58 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesPr 22 Eastbound
CrossesPr 690
Location2 KM N W of Vega Alta
CountyVega Alta Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.43087, -66.33691
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.7 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (35.9 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.5 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,200 (2017)
Projected traffic68,300 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690 built?

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

What condition is Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690 carry?

About 54,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690?

The structure is 118 ft (35.9 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 22 Eastbound over Pr 690?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.