Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp
PoorClosed to trafficPlaquemines Parish, Louisiana · 0.15 East of LA 23 · Structure no. 023829342894781
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 74 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1988 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp is a steel truss - thru carrying Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp in Plaquemines 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 2 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2008. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp 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 Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1988 count).
How long is Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp?
The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns Point Ala Hache Fe over Miss. River Ferry Ramp?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.