US Bridges

Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek

PoorPosted for load

Villalba Municipio, Puerto Rico · 0.5 KM East of Villalba · Structure no. 015971

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
60 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,000
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek in Villalba Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,100 by 2025. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesOff Pr 150 0.9 KM
CrossesJobitos Creek
Location0.5 KM East of Villalba
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates18.1246, -66.49268
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, 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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating26.2 US tons
Inventory rating20.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,000 (2017)
Projected traffic9,100 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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$206,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek carry?

About 7,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 150 0.9 KM over Jobitos Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.