US0065 over Panola Bayou
FairMadison Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 MI North of US 80 · Structure no. 053300200701001
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,719
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0065 over Panola Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US0065 over Panola Bayou in Madison Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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.
It carries about 8,719 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,590 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 65 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0065 over Panola Bayou built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0065 over Panola 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US0065 over Panola Bayou carry?
About 8,719 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US0065 over Panola Bayou?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US0065 over Panola Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.