US0165 over Little Black Bayou
FairCaldwell Parish, Louisiana · 0.05 M N of LA 506 · Structure no. 581100150604291
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,633
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0165 over Little Black Bayou is a concrete slab carrying US0165 over Little Black Bayou in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 13,633 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,996 by 2041. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0165 over Little Black Bayou built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0165 over Little Black 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US0165 over Little Black Bayou carry?
About 13,633 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US0165 over Little Black Bayou?
The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US0165 over Little Black Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.