Birch ST over Cousins Canal
GoodSt. Charles Parish, Louisiana · 0.7 MI South of US 90 · Structure no. 024529540902181
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Birch ST over Cousins Canal is a concrete slab carrying Birch ST over Cousins Canal in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 27 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Birch ST over Cousins Canal built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Birch ST over Cousins Canal 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Birch ST over Cousins Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is Birch ST over Cousins Canal?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Birch ST over Cousins Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.