LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief
FairSt. Helena Parish, Louisiana · 5.2M E JCT LA441 & LA16 · Structure no. 624602620605191
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,942
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief is a concrete slab carrying LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 5 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 4,942 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,436 by 2041. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief carry?
About 4,942 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0016 over Natalbany River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.