US Bridges

Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou

FairPosted for load

Caddo Parish, Louisiana · 2 Mi. So. West of U. · Structure no. 040932252940141

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
58 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
58
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou is a concrete slab carrying Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 63 by 2039. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesElysian Field RD
CrossesTrib to Cross Bayou
Location2 Mi. So. West of U.
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCaddo Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.42055, -94.02349
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.6 US tons
Inventory rating18.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic58 (2019)
Projected traffic63 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross 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 2025.

How much traffic does Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou carry?

About 58 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Elysian Field RD over Trib to Cross Bayou?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.