US Bridges

Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek

FairPosted for load

Yauco Municipio, Puerto Rico · 1.6 KM West of Yauco · Structure no. 015531

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek in Yauco Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 18,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,500 by 2025. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 368 12.20 KM
CrossesSusua Creek
Location1.6 KM West of Yauco
RouteState Highway 368
CountyYauco Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.03558, -66.86973
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating25.6 US tons
Inventory rating19.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,400 (2017)
Projected traffic26,500 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek carry?

About 18,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 368 12.20 KM over Susua Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.