W. 79th ST over Lafourche Bayou

Fair Condition70 years old3,633 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyLafourche
Location0.01 Mi E. Of La 1
CarriesW. 79th ST
CrossesLafourche Bayou
Coordinates29.51508, -90.33364

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Swing
Total Length191.9 ft (58.5 m)
Max Span84.0 ft (25.6 m)
Deck Width24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Area427.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,633 (2021)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number022929309902001

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