LA 16 over Tangipahoa River
GoodTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 1.46 Miles E. of US 51 · Structure no. 625300000620352
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 376 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,718
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA 16 over Tangipahoa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA 16 over Tangipahoa River in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 12,718 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,989 by 2041. The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA 16 over Tangipahoa River built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA 16 over Tangipahoa River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does LA 16 over Tangipahoa River carry?
About 12,718 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is LA 16 over Tangipahoa River?
The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns LA 16 over Tangipahoa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.