LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou
FairCaddo Parish, Louisiana · 1.52 MI S of LA 511 · Structure no. 040908090802011
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,067
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 16,067 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,673 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 128 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou carry?
About 16,067 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns LA0526 over West Fork Gilmer Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.