LA1040 over I-55
FairTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · LA1040 · Structure no. 625308531003601
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 222 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,190
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA1040 over I-55 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA1040 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 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 7,190 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,909 by 2041. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA1040 over I-55 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA1040 over I-55 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does LA1040 over I-55 carry?
About 7,190 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA1040 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 33 ft wide.
Who owns LA1040 over I-55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.