Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal
GoodJefferson Parish, Louisiana · 0.01M North of Orpheum · Structure no. 022629585900761
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 109 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 1991 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,200 by 2011. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palm ST over Metairie Relief 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (1991 count).
How long is Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal?
The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Palm ST over Metairie Relief Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.