W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal
GoodJefferson Parish, Louisiana · 0.4 MI N of Veterans Blvd · Structure no. 022630004901251
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal is a concrete slab carrying W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 39 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood 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 W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns W. Canal Dr. over Elmwood Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.