Foster RD over Bayou
GoodEast Carroll Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 MI N of LA 580 · Structure no. 051800000400060
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Foster RD over Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Foster RD over Bayou in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 165 by 2036. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Foster RD over Bayou built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Foster RD over 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Foster RD over Bayou carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Foster RD over Bayou?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Foster RD over Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.