US Bridges

Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac.

FairPosted for load

Orleans Parish, Louisiana · 2.0 MI S. of LA 407 · Structure no. 023607210600001

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
311 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,500
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac. in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2032. The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesCccferry
CrossesLower Algiers Ferry Fac.
Location2.0 MI S. of LA 407
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOrleans Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.92116, -89.9738
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1 (+8 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length311 ft (94.8 m)
Longest span159 ft (48.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2012)
Projected traffic1,650 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac. built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac. carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac.?

The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long with a longest span of 159 ft (48.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Cccferry over Lower Algiers Ferry Fac.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Town or Township Highway Agency.