South College Rd. over Coulee Mine
FairLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 1.1 MI W of W. Pinhook RD · Structure no. 032808282301061
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,734
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South College Rd. over Coulee Mine is a concrete slab carrying South College Rd. over Coulee Mine in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 21,734 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,907 by 2041. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South College Rd. over Coulee Mine built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is South College Rd. over Coulee Mine 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does South College Rd. over Coulee Mine carry?
About 21,734 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is South College Rd. over Coulee Mine?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns South College Rd. over Coulee Mine?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.