LA0008 over I-49
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · I-49 / LA 8 Intg. · Structure no. 084001340409951
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 322 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,482
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0008 over I-49 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA0008 over I-49 in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,482 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,630 by 2041. The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0008 over I-49 built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0008 over I-49 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does LA0008 over I-49 carry?
About 1,482 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0008 over I-49?
The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns LA0008 over I-49?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.