US Bridges

Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River

PoorPosted for load

Yauco Municipio, Puerto Rico · 3KM.NORTH of Yauco · Structure no. 025721

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River in Yauco Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2025. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 372 2.5 KM
CrossesDuey River
Location3KM.NORTH of Yauco
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyYauco Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.06583, -66.8425
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
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionMarch 2025
Inspection intervalevery 6 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating5.5 US tons
Inventory rating3.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2017)
Projected traffic3,200 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$36,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 372 2.5 KM over Duey River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.