US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou
GoodEast Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana · US 61 · Structure no. 611700190205371
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,910
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 16,910 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,601 by 2041. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou carry?
About 16,910 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0061 over Baton Rouge Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.