Martin LN over Drainage Canal
PoorPosted for loadPlaquemines Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 MI South of HWY 23 · Structure no. 023829311894421
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Martin LN over Drainage Canal is a concrete slab carrying Martin LN over Drainage Canal in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3 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 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 27 ft wide.
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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 | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Martin LN over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Martin LN over Drainage 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Martin LN over Drainage Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is Martin LN over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Martin LN over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.