Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal
PoorPosted for loadOrleans Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 Mi. E. of Bentle · Structure no. 023630015895981
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal is a concrete slab carrying Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Lake Forest Blvd over Lawrence Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.