US Bridges

W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee

GoodPosted for load

Lafayette Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 Mi. W. of I-49 · Structure no. 032830164920131

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,400
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 63 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 8,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,240 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW. Pont Des Mouton
CrossesFrancois Coulee
Location0.2 Mi. W. of I-49
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates30.27366, -92.02166
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.6 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,400 (2020)
Projected traffic9,240 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee carry?

About 8,400 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns W. Pont Des Mouton over Francois Coulee?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.