US Bridges

Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee

Good

Iberia Parish, Louisiana · 0.7 Mi. North of LA 676 · Structure no. 032329596915451

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
95 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
356
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee is a concrete slab carrying Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee in Iberia Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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.

It carries about 356 vehicles a day, projected to reach 391 by 2040. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSeymour Migues RD
CrossesDeblanc Coulee
Location0.7 Mi. North of LA 676
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates29.99347, -91.90907
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic356 (2020)
Projected traffic391 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 Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee carry?

About 356 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Seymour Migues RD over Deblanc Coulee?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.