US Bridges

W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee

Fair

Lafayette Parish, Louisiana · 0.6 Miles NE of LA 3073 · Structure no. 032830092920201

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,480
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee is a concrete slab carrying W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 1,480 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,628 by 2040. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesW. Bluebird Dr.
CrossesCoulee
Location0.6 Miles NE of LA 3073
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLafayette Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.15435, -92.0333
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
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 rating28.5 US tons
Inventory rating22.2 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 width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,480 (2020)
Projected traffic1,628 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee carry?

About 1,480 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns W. Bluebird Dr. over Coulee?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.