US Bridges

LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr

Fair

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana · 1.1 MI East of LA 3154 · Structure no. 022604300101801

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
2,147 ft
25 main spans
Daily traffic
55,872
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 6 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 55,872 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,459 by 2041. The structure is 2,147 ft (654.4 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLA3139
CrossesCentral Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr
Location1.1 MI East of LA 3154
RouteState Highway 3139
CountyJefferson Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.96969, -90.1762
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans25 (+8 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,147 ft (654.4 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width92 ft (27.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck25 ft (7.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55,872 (2021)
Projected traffic61,459 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr 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 LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr carry?

About 55,872 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr?

The structure is 2,147 ft (654.4 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns LA3139 over Central Ave Ic KCS Sp.Rr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.