South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou
FairLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 0.25 MI S of US 90 · Structure no. 032830139921111
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou is a concrete slab carrying South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou 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 South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns South a St. over Queue De Tortue Bayou?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.