South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib
FairBienville Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 MI N of Locust St. · Structure no. 040732328925531
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib is a concrete slab carrying South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib in Bienville Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2040. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 28 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns South Myrtle St. over Saline Bayou Trib?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.