LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian
PoorPosted for loadEast Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana · 0.3 M N of LA 42&LA 327-S · Structure no. 611702570304171
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,993
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian is a concrete slab carrying LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 3,993 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,392 by 2041. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian carry?
About 3,993 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns LA0327-S over Bayou Fountian?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.