US0090 over Vacherie Canal
GoodSt. Mary Parish, Louisiana · 1.4 MI East of LA 318 · Structure no. 035104240504233
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 269
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0090 over Vacherie Canal is a concrete slab carrying US0090 over Vacherie Canal in St. Mary 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 269 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 295 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0090 over Vacherie Canal built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0090 over Vacherie 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 US0090 over Vacherie Canal carry?
About 269 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US0090 over Vacherie Canal?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US0090 over Vacherie Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.