Valentine Bridge R over Lafourche Bayou

Poor Condition57 years old

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyLafourche
Location0.01 Mi N Of La 1
CarriesValentine Bridge R
CrossesLafourche Bayou
Coordinates29.59183, -90.46751

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck1 (Imminent Failure)
Superstructure1 (Imminent Failure)
Substructure1 (Imminent Failure)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Swing
Total Length174.9 ft (53.3 m)
Max Span84.0 ft (25.6 m)
Deck Width23.6 ft (7.2 m)
Deck Area383.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1969

Traffic

Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number022929355902801

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