Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou
GoodPosted for loadEvangeline Parish, Louisiana · 0.34 MI W of LA 10 · Structure no. 032030435923051
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Spring Prairie Rd. over West Fork Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.