Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou
GoodMadison Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 MI S of LA 602 · Structure no. 053332216910791
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 96
- 1979 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou in Madison Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 96 vehicles a day, projected to reach 105 by 1999. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou carry?
About 96 vehicles per day (1979 count).
How long is Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Sam Villardo RD over Brushy Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.