US Bridges

LA0095 over Doza Bayou

Fair

Evangeline Parish, Louisiana · 2.5 MI N.West of LA 758 · Structure no. 032008203401321

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
76 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,756
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0095 over Doza Bayou is a concrete slab carrying LA0095 over Doza Bayou in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,756 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,931 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesLA0095
CrossesDoza Bayou
Location2.5 MI N.West of LA 758
RouteState Highway 95
CountyEvangeline Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.54962, -92.3044
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,756 (2021)
Projected traffic1,931 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 LA0095 over Doza Bayou built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0095 over Doza Bayou 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does LA0095 over Doza Bayou carry?

About 1,756 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is LA0095 over Doza Bayou?

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 LA0095 over Doza Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.