LA0037 over Canal
GoodSt. Helena Parish, Louisiana · 1.0M North of LA 63 Int · Structure no. 624602540501561
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,241
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0037 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying LA0037 over Canal in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 1,241 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,365 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0037 over Canal built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0037 over 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does LA0037 over Canal carry?
About 1,241 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0037 over Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns LA0037 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.