LA0096 over Ruth Bayou
GoodSt. Martin Parish, Louisiana · 2.3 MI West of LA 31 · Structure no. 035002380203791
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,714
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0096 over Ruth Bayou is a concrete slab carrying LA0096 over Ruth Bayou in St. Martin Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 6,714 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,385 by 2041. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 LA0096 over Ruth Bayou built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0096 over Ruth Bayou 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does LA0096 over Ruth Bayou carry?
About 6,714 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA0096 over Ruth Bayou?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0096 over Ruth Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.