Whitney Ave over Verret Canal
GoodJefferson Parish, Louisiana · 1.5 MI S of US 90 · Structure no. 022600000000044
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Whitney Ave over Verret Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Whitney Ave over Verret Canal in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 275 by 2036. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 390 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Whitney Ave over Verret Canal built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Whitney Ave over Verret Canal 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Whitney Ave over Verret Canal carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Whitney Ave over Verret Canal?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 390 ft wide.
Who owns Whitney Ave over Verret Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.