US0165 over Black Bayou Relief
FairCaldwell Parish, Louisiana · 4.0 Miles South of LA 4 & · Structure no. 581100000580163
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,669
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0165 over Black Bayou Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US0165 over Black Bayou Relief in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 12,669 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,935 by 2041. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0165 over Black Bayou Relief built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0165 over Black Bayou Relief 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US0165 over Black Bayou Relief carry?
About 12,669 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US0165 over Black Bayou Relief?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0165 over Black Bayou Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.