US Bridges

LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry

FairPosted for load

Vermilion Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 MI S. of LA 330 · Structure no. 035701940707511

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Movable - Lift
Steel
Length
383 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,899
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry is a steel movable - lift carrying LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,899 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,188 by 2041. The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesLA0082
CrossesVermilion R Perry
Location1.0 MI S. of LA 330
RouteState Highway 82
CountyVermilion Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.95097, -92.15655
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Lift
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1 (+10 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length383 ft (116.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,899 (2021)
Projected traffic3,188 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry 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 2024.

How much traffic does LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry carry?

About 2,899 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry?

The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns LA0082 over Vermilion R Perry?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.