LA0083 over Kelly Canal
GoodSt. Mary Parish, Louisiana · 2.80 MI West of US 90 · Structure no. 035102390211201
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,078
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0083 over Kelly Canal is a concrete culvert carrying LA0083 over Kelly Canal in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 3,078 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,385 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0083 over Kelly Canal built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0083 over Kelly 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does LA0083 over Kelly Canal carry?
About 3,078 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA0083 over Kelly Canal?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns LA0083 over Kelly Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.