LA0014 over Canal
GoodCalcasieu Parish, Louisiana · 4.5 MI East of LA 27 · Structure no. 071001960104551
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,023
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0014 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying LA0014 over Canal in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 2,023 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,225 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0014 over Canal built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0014 over Canal 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does LA0014 over Canal carry?
About 2,023 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is LA0014 over Canal?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns LA0014 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.