Third ST over Bayou Rapides

Fair Condition56 years old3,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyRapides
Location0.8 Mi. South Of US 71
CarriesThird ST
CrossesBayou Rapides
Coordinates31.31613, -92.45160

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length187.0 ft (57 m)
Max Span61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Deck Width61.7 ft (18.8 m)
Deck Area1071.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1970

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,800 (2023)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number084031190922711

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