I0010 over I-10 West to US 61
PoorOrleans Parish, Louisiana · 1.86 MI East of I-610 · Structure no. 023604509002168
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 1,338 ft
- 27 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,620
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I0010 over I-10 West to US 61 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0010 over I-10 West to US 61 in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 7,620 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,382 by 2041. The structure is 1,338 ft (407.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I0010 over I-10 West to US 61 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I0010 over I-10 West to US 61 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does I0010 over I-10 West to US 61 carry?
About 7,620 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is I0010 over I-10 West to US 61?
The structure is 1,338 ft (407.8 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns I0010 over I-10 West to US 61?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.