LA 343 over I0010
FairLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 1 Mile East of LA 95 · Structure no. 032803930500881
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 222 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,975
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA 343 over I0010 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA 343 over I0010 in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,975 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,472 by 2038. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA 343 over I0010 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA 343 over I0010 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does LA 343 over I0010 carry?
About 4,975 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA 343 over I0010?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns LA 343 over I0010?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.