US Bridges

Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River

Fair

Vega Baja Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.5 KM of Vega Baja · Structure no. 023532

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,713 ft
14 main spans
Daily traffic
35,050
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River in Vega Baja Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 35,050 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,150 by 2025. The structure is 1,713 ft (522 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesPr 22 WB KM 36.1
CrossesPr 674 & Indio River
Location1.5 KM of Vega Baja
Coordinates18.43333, -66.38333
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.4 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans14
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,713 ft (522 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,050 (2017)
Projected traffic44,150 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$4.2 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River carry?

About 35,050 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River?

The structure is 1,713 ft (522 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 22 WB KM 36.1 over Pr 674 & Indio River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.