La0085 over Patout Canal

Poor Condition81 years old3,125 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyIberia
Location2.0 Mi East Of La 83
CarriesLa0085
CrossesPatout Canal
Coordinates29.91369, -91.75073

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure2 (Critical)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Max Span19.7 ft (6 m)
Deck Width24.6 ft (7.5 m)
Deck Area91.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1945

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,125 (2021)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number032302360202041

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