US Bridges

I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR

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Caddo Parish, Louisiana · 1.35M North of LA 526 · Structure no. 040904550805402

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
2,360 ft
27 main spans
Daily traffic
28,142
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR in Caddo 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 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 28,142 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,956 by 2041. The structure is 2,360 ft (719.3 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI0049
CrossesLA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR
Location1.35M North of LA 526
RouteInterstate 49
CountyCaddo Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.42366, -93.7499
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans27
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,360 ft (719.3 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,142 (2021)
Projected traffic30,956 by 2041
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR carry?

About 28,142 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR?

The structure is 2,360 ft (719.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns I0049 over LA 3132/RAMPS/T&P RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.