Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou
GoodAvoyelles Parish, Louisiana · 5.46 Mi. E. of Levee Rd. · Structure no. 080530584915111
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 158 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou is a concrete slab carrying Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 330 by 2040. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Francis Smith RD over Yellow 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Francis Smith RD over Yellow Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.