Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire
GoodLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 1.3 Miles West of LA 354 · Structure no. 032803910209731
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 133 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,240
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire is a concrete slab carrying Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 8,240 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,064 by 2041. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire carry?
About 8,240 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Gloria Switch Rd. over Bayou St. Claire?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.