US0090 over Canal
FairCalcasieu Parish, Louisiana · 6.7 MI East of LA 388 · Structure no. 071000030312171
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,695
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0090 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US0090 over Canal in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 13,695 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,064 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0090 over Canal built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0090 over Canal 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US0090 over Canal carry?
About 13,695 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US0090 over Canal?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.
Who owns US0090 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.