LA0040 over Canal
FairTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 1.1 M W of I-55 · Structure no. 625304150201241
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 913
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0040 over Canal is a concrete slab carrying LA0040 over Canal in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 913 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,004 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 31 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 LA0040 over Canal built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0040 over Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does LA0040 over Canal carry?
About 913 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0040 over Canal?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns LA0040 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.