E. Simcoe St. over Coulee
FairPosted for loadLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 0.18 MI E of LA 182 · Structure no. 032830135915961
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,760
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E. Simcoe St. over Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying E. Simcoe St. over Coulee in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,760 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,036 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E. Simcoe St. over Coulee built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is E. Simcoe St. 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does E. Simcoe St. over Coulee carry?
About 2,760 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is E. Simcoe St. over Coulee?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns E. Simcoe St. over Coulee?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.