LA0157 over Flat River
PoorClosed to trafficBossier Parish, Louisiana · .55 MI North of US 71 · Structure no. 040800820100551
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 229 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,626
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0157 over Flat River is a concrete slab carrying LA0157 over Flat River in Bossier 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 2,626 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,888 by 2041. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Superstructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Substructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Channel and channel protection | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0157 over Flat River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0157 over Flat River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does LA0157 over Flat River carry?
About 2,626 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is LA0157 over Flat River?
The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns LA0157 over Flat River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.