US0165 over Little River
PoorLa Salle Parish, Louisiana · 2.9 MI South of US 84 · Structure no. 583000150500002
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 642 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0165 over Little River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US0165 over Little River in La Salle Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 69 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,170 by 2036. The structure is 642 ft (195.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 US0165 over Little River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US0165 over Little River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US0165 over Little River carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US0165 over Little River?
The structure is 642 ft (195.7 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0165 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.