US Bridges

LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire

Poor

Vermilion Parish, Louisiana · 6.67 MI N. of LA 3147 · Structure no. 035702070106671

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Movable - Swing
Steel
Length
465 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,899
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire is a steel movable - swing carrying LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 2,899 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,188 by 2041. The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesLA0082
CrossesOld Icc L Praire
Location6.67 MI N. of LA 3147
RouteState Highway 82
CountyVermilion Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.74455, -92.3278
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating22.2 US tons
Inventory rating17.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Swing
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans2 (+11 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length465 ft (141.7 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,899 (2021)
Projected traffic3,188 by 2041
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire carry?

About 2,899 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire?

The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns LA0082 over Old Icc L Praire?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.