US0051 over Yellow Water River
PoorPosted for loadTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 0.3 MI N of LA 3234 · Structure no. 625300170403601
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,234
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0051 over Yellow Water River is a concrete slab carrying US0051 over Yellow Water River in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 16,234 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,857 by 2041. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 33 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0051 over Yellow Water River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0051 over Yellow Water 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US0051 over Yellow Water River carry?
About 16,234 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US0051 over Yellow Water River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US0051 over Yellow Water River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.