I0020 over LA 17
FairRichland Parish, Louisiana · I-20 over LA 17 · Structure no. 054204510726061
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,890
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I0020 over LA 17 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0020 over LA 17 in Richland Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 38,890 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,779 by 2041. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I0020 over LA 17 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I0020 over LA 17 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I0020 over LA 17 carry?
About 38,890 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is I0020 over LA 17?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I0020 over LA 17?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.