Sittig St. over Coulee
PoorAcadia Parish, Louisiana · 0.28 Mi. East of LA 755 · Structure no. 030100000030412
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,016
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sittig St. over Coulee is a concrete slab carrying Sittig St. over Coulee in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,016 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,217 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sittig St. over Coulee built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sittig St. over Coulee in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Sittig St. over Coulee carry?
About 2,016 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Sittig St. over Coulee?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Sittig St. over Coulee?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.