LA0717 over Bayou
PoorPosted for loadCameron Parish, Louisiana · 7.4 Mi. W of LA 14 · Structure no. 071208120107491
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 511
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0717 over Bayou is a concrete slab carrying LA0717 over Bayou in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 511 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 562 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 27 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0717 over Bayou built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0717 over Bayou in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does LA0717 over Bayou carry?
About 511 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is LA0717 over Bayou?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns LA0717 over Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.