US Bridges

I0010 over Vet Mem HWY

Good

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana · 2.1 MI East of LA 49 · Structure no. 022604501504157

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
385 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,217
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I0010 over Vet Mem HWY is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0010 over Vet Mem HWY in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 4,217 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,638 by 2041. The structure is 385 ft (117.3 m) long and 26 ft wide.

CarriesI0010
CrossesVet Mem HWY
Location2.1 MI East of LA 49
RouteInterstate 10
Coordinates30.00521, -90.2089
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length385 ft (117.3 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,217 (2021)
Projected traffic4,638 by 2041
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I0010 over Vet Mem HWY built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is I0010 over Vet Mem HWY 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does I0010 over Vet Mem HWY carry?

About 4,217 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is I0010 over Vet Mem HWY?

The structure is 385 ft (117.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns I0010 over Vet Mem HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.