Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
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over PRIETO RIVER
10 KM SOUTH WEST OF LARES
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 800 vehicles per day and is 48 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 57.2 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 297 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 800 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 32 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1978
48 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
297 ft
90.6 m
Deck Width
32 ft
9.7 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
99 ft
longest unsupported section (30.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
800vehicles/day
18.24737°N, 66.89083°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.