LA0036 over Abita River
PoorPosted for loadSt. Tammany Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 M E of LA 59 · Structure no. 625202800102751
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 133 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,844
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0036 over Abita River is a concrete slab carrying LA0036 over Abita River in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,844 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,028 by 2041. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 31 ft wide.
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 LA0036 over Abita River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0036 over Abita River 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 LA0036 over Abita River carry?
About 1,844 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is LA0036 over Abita River?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns LA0036 over Abita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.