Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou
FairPosted for loadOuachita Parish, Louisiana · Northeast LA Univers · Structure no. 053732316920491
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 393 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 1980 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 550 by 2000. The structure is 393 ft (119.8 m) long and 42 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (1980 count).
How long is Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou?
The structure is 393 ft (119.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Northeast DR over Desiard Bayou?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.