Read Blvd over Morrison Canal
PoorOrleans Parish, Louisiana · 1.0MI.N.OF I-10 · Structure no. 023630026895982
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Read Blvd over Morrison Canal is a concrete slab carrying Read Blvd over Morrison Canal in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Read Blvd over Morrison Canal built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Read Blvd over Morrison 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Read Blvd over Morrison Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is Read Blvd over Morrison Canal?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Read Blvd over Morrison Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.