US Bridges

LA0092 over Anseim Couiee

FairPosted for load

Lafayette Parish, Louisiana · 1.2 MI East of LA 733 · Structure no. 032802130502441

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,486
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0092 over Anseim Couiee is a concrete slab carrying LA0092 over Anseim Couiee in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,486 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,034 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesLA0092
CrossesAnseim Couiee
Location1.2 MI East of LA 733
RouteState Highway 92
CountyLafayette Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.10926, -92.04121
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.7 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,486 (2021)
Projected traffic6,034 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0092 over Anseim Couiee built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0092 over Anseim Couiee in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does LA0092 over Anseim Couiee carry?

About 5,486 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is LA0092 over Anseim Couiee?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns LA0092 over Anseim Couiee?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.