US Bridges

S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing

FairPosted for load

Cameron Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 MI N of LA 82 · Structure no. 071229468930011

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
76 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
658
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing is a concrete slab carrying S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 658 vehicles a day, projected to reach 723 by 2042. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesS Pumpkin Ridge RD
CrossesCattle Crossing
Location1.0 MI N of LA 82
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCameron Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.77833, -93.00265
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadH 10
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic658 (2022)
Projected traffic723 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing carry?

About 658 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns S Pumpkin Ridge RD over Cattle Crossing?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.