LA0070 over Bayou Verrette
FairAscension Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 M E of LA 70&LA 3120 · Structure no. 610304260104401
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,589
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0070 over Bayou Verrette is a concrete slab carrying LA0070 over Bayou Verrette in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,589 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,147 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0070 over Bayou Verrette built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0070 over Bayou Verrette in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does LA0070 over Bayou Verrette carry?
About 15,589 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA0070 over Bayou Verrette?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns LA0070 over Bayou Verrette?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.