US Bridges

Transcontinental over Canal Number 5

Good

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana · 0.4MI.N.OF Airline H · Structure no. 022629590901131

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,575
1979 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Transcontinental over Canal Number 5 is a concrete culvert carrying Transcontinental over Canal Number 5 in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 18,575 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20,432 by 1999. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTranscontinental
CrossesCanal Number 5
Location0.4MI.N.OF Airline H
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJefferson Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.98332, -90.18853
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,575 (1979)
Projected traffic20,432 by 1999
Trucks—
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Transcontinental over Canal Number 5 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Transcontinental over Canal Number 5 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Transcontinental over Canal Number 5 carry?

About 18,575 vehicles per day (1979 count).

How long is Transcontinental over Canal Number 5?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns Transcontinental over Canal Number 5?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.