E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River
GoodLafayette Parish, Louisiana · 1.3 MI E of LA 728-1 · Structure no. 032830163915901
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,530
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River is a concrete slab carrying E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 2,530 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,783 by 2040. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River carry?
About 2,530 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns E. Pont Des Mouton over Vermilion River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.