LA0442 over I-55
GoodTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · LA0442 · Structure no. 625302690403671
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 222 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,026
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0442 over I-55 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA0442 over I-55 in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,026 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,528 by 2041. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0442 over I-55 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0442 over I-55 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does LA0442 over I-55 carry?
About 5,026 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA0442 over I-55?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns LA0442 over I-55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.