Us0071 over Bayou Rapides

Fair Condition82 years old42,243 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyRapides
Location0.17 Mi. North Of La 496
CarriesUs0071
CrossesBayou Rapides
Coordinates31.30602, -92.47930

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length53.1 ft (16.2 m)
Max Span17.1 ft (5.2 m)
Deck Width308.1 ft (93.9 m)
Deck Area1521.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1944 (reconstructed 1990)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic42,243 (2021)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge8

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number084000083003891

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