Repairs and preservation on BR # 2627 off PR-788 KM. 3.73, municipality of SAN lorenzo

This $329,946.50 Formula Grant award, provided by the Federal Highway Administration (CFDA 20.205 Highway Planning and Construction program), will fund a variety of infrastructure repairs and preservation measures for Bridge #2627 located at kilometer 3.73 on PR-788 in the municipality of San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico. The proposed work includes pouring concrete and regrading the riverbed for scour mitigation, steel beam retrofitting, steel structure painting, removal and installation of bridge railings, pavement rehabilitation, pavement marking, and safety signage installation. This project aims to address critical transportation infrastructure needs and enhance the safety and resilience of the bridge along this important roadway. The grant was awarded to the Puerto Rico Highway & Transportation Authority, which will likely issue sub-awards to local contractors and transportation entities to execute the planned improvements. The performance period for this grant runs from the award date of September 17, 2024.

Project description

The proposed works consist of pouring concrete and regrading the riverbed, as scour mitigation measures for both abutment footings, steel beam retrofitting, steel structure painting, removal of bridge railing, installation of bridge guard rail, pavement rehabilitation, pavement marking, installation of safety signing, and other miscellaneous work as shown on plans.