US Bridges

Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie

Fair

Evangeline Parish, Louisiana · 2.17 MI NW of LA 115 · Structure no. 032030527921791

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
76 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
76
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie is a concrete slab carrying Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 76 vehicles a day, projected to reach 83 by 2040. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBayou Toureau RD
CrossesBayou Cocodrie
Location2.17 MI NW of LA 115
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyEvangeline Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.87827, -92.2957
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.9 US tons
Inventory rating21.4 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 width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic76 (2020)
Projected traffic83 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie carry?

About 76 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Bayou Toureau RD over Bayou Cocodrie?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.