LA3127 over Saint James Canal
GoodSt. James Parish, Louisiana · 7.4 M East of LA 70&3127 · Structure no. 614704280107351
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,703
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA3127 over Saint James Canal is a concrete slab carrying LA3127 over Saint James Canal in St. James Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 6,703 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,373 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA3127 over Saint James Canal built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA3127 over Saint James 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does LA3127 over Saint James Canal carry?
About 6,703 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is LA3127 over Saint James Canal?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns LA3127 over Saint James Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.