Lapalco BLVD over Fortado Canal

Fair Condition66 years old5,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyJefferson
Location0.1mi.w.of Wall BLVD
CarriesLapalco BLVD
CrossesFortado Canal
Coordinates29.87942, -90.03413

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length57.1 ft (17.4 m)
Max Span19.0 ft (5.8 m)
Deck Width46.9 ft (14.3 m)
Deck Area248.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,000 (1979)
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number022629528900212

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