US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy
PoorSt. Landry Parish, Louisiana · 1.88 MI E of US 71 · Structure no. 034900080402332
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 3,984 ft
- 77 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,088
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 64 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 14,088 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,496 by 2041. The structure is 3,984 ft (1,214.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy carry?
About 14,088 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy?
The structure is 3,984 ft (1,214.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US0190 over Atchafalaya Fldwy?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.