Desselle Crossing over Bayou Des Glaises

Fair Condition41 years old400 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyAvoyelles
Location0.1 Mi. N Of La 114
CarriesDesselle Crossing
CrossesBayou Des Glaises
Coordinates31.03738, -92.00030

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length145.0 ft (44.2 m)
Max Span15.1 ft (4.6 m)
Deck Width20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Area269.6 sq m
Main Spans9
Year Built1985

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic400 (2020)
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number080531023920021

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