Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou
GoodJefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana · 2.8 Miles N of HWY 102 · Structure no. 072730243925161
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 165 by 2039. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou 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 Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Manuel Road over Serpent Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.