US Bridges

US0065 over Tensas Bayou

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Tensas Parish, Louisiana · .9 MI South of LA 566 · Structure no. 585400200205041

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,033
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0065 over Tensas Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US0065 over Tensas Bayou in Tensas Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 2,033 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,236 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS0065
CrossesTensas Bayou
Location.9 MI South of LA 566
RouteU.S. Route 65
CountyTensas Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates31.79183, -91.414
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,033 (2021)
Projected traffic2,236 by 2041
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US0065 over Tensas Bayou built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0065 over Tensas Bayou 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US0065 over Tensas Bayou carry?

About 2,033 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US0065 over Tensas Bayou?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US0065 over Tensas Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.