LA0385 over Bayou
FairCalcasieu Parish, Louisiana · 2.1 Mi. N of LA 3092 · Structure no. 071001950308051
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,434
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0385 over Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying LA0385 over Bayou in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 10,434 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,477 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 LA0385 over Bayou built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0385 over 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does LA0385 over Bayou carry?
About 10,434 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is LA0385 over Bayou?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns LA0385 over Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.