John Smith RD over Coulee
GoodAcadia Parish, Louisiana · .25 Mi. SW of LA 92 · Structure no. 030100000030534
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
John Smith RD over Coulee is a steel culvert carrying John Smith RD over Coulee in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 32 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was John Smith RD over Coulee built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is John Smith RD over Coulee in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does John Smith RD over Coulee carry?
About 32 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is John Smith RD over Coulee?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns John Smith RD over Coulee?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.