US Bridges

US0167 over Kenny Coulee

Good

Vermilion Parish, Louisiana · 0.5 MI N. of LA 697 · Structure no. 035700800105551

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,668
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0167 over Kenny Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US0167 over Kenny Coulee in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 18,668 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,534 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS0167
CrossesKenny Coulee
Location0.5 MI N. of LA 697
RouteU.S. Route 167
Coordinates30.04997, -92.12414
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width148 ft (45.1 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,668 (2021)
Projected traffic20,534 by 2041
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 US0167 over Kenny Coulee built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0167 over Kenny Coulee 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US0167 over Kenny Coulee carry?

About 18,668 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US0167 over Kenny Coulee?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns US0167 over Kenny Coulee?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.