Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou
GoodAcadia Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 Mi. S. of LA 98 · Structure no. 030130190922941
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 144
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou is a concrete slab carrying Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 144 vehicles a day, projected to reach 158 by 2040. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou 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 Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou carry?
About 144 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Howard Rd. over Pointe Aux Loups Bayou?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.