NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou
GoodNatchitoches Parish, Louisiana · National Forest Road · Structure no. 080604000003109
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2021
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 133 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou is a concrete slab carrying NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2045. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 513 over Saline 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 January 2021.
How much traffic does NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 513 over Saline Bayou?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.