US0065 over Mississippi River
FairConcordia Parish, Louisiana · .01 MI East of LA 131 · Structure no. 581500260100001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 4,205 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,661
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0065 over Mississippi River is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying US0065 over Mississippi River in Concordia Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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.
It carries about 21,661 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,827 by 2041. The structure is 4,205 ft (1,281.7 m) long and 34 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0065 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0065 over Mississippi River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US0065 over Mississippi River carry?
About 21,661 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US0065 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 4,205 ft (1,281.7 m) long with a longest span of 875 ft (266.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US0065 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.