Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal
GoodOrleans Parish, Louisiana · 0.05 MI East of Pratt DR · Structure no. 023630014900421
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 185 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal?
The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Leon C Simon DR over London Avenue Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.