West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch
GoodCaddo Parish, Louisiana · 0.03 MI E of Linwood Ave · Structure no. 040932264934571
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 152
- 1980 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch is a concrete slab carrying West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 152 vehicles a day, projected to reach 167 by 2000. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch carry?
About 152 vehicles per day (1980 count).
How long is West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns West 72nd over 71st Street Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.