LA0720 over Ditch
GoodLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 0.75 MI West of LA 719 · Structure no. 032808283001731
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,391
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0720 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying LA0720 over Ditch in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 1,391 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0720 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0720 over Ditch 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does LA0720 over Ditch carry?
About 1,391 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is LA0720 over Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns LA0720 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.