Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule
GoodSt. Landry Parish, Louisiana · 0.5 Mi. E. of LA 35 · Structure no. 034930288921061
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 133 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule is a concrete slab carrying Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 440 by 2040. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Homer Richard Rd. over Bayou Plaquemine Brule?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.