I0049 over Hill Bayou
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · 3.09 Mi. North of LA 3250 · Structure no. 084004550529621
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 53,224
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I0049 over Hill Bayou is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0049 over Hill Bayou in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 53,224 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,546 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I0049 over Hill Bayou built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is I0049 over Hill Bayou 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does I0049 over Hill Bayou carry?
About 53,224 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I0049 over Hill Bayou?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns I0049 over Hill Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.