LA0523 over Bayou Pierre
GoodCaddo Parish, Louisiana · 1.82 W. of JCT of LA1 · Structure no. 040900000040292
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,580
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0523 over Bayou Pierre is a concrete slab carrying LA0523 over Bayou Pierre in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 12,580 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,838 by 2041. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 LA0523 over Bayou Pierre built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0523 over Bayou Pierre 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does LA0523 over Bayou Pierre carry?
About 12,580 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is LA0523 over Bayou Pierre?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns LA0523 over Bayou Pierre?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.