LA0617 over I-20
PoorOuachita Parish, Louisiana · LA 617 over I-20 · Structure no. 053708371701301
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 391 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,200
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0617 over I-20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA0617 over I-20 in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 31,200 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,320 by 2036. The structure is 391 ft (119.2 m) long and 95 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0617 over I-20 built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0617 over I-20 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does LA0617 over I-20 carry?
About 31,200 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA0617 over I-20?
The structure is 391 ft (119.2 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns LA0617 over I-20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.