La0044 over Panama Canal

Good Condition18 years old13,542 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyAscension
LocationApprox. 2.0 Mi. South Of
CarriesLa0044
CrossesPanama Canal
Coordinates30.17082, -90.91871

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Max Span20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Width41.7 ft (12.7 m)
Deck Area387.4 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built2008

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,542 (2021)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number610302650102371

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