US Bridges

Romeal RD over Sledge Canal

GoodPosted for load

Vermilion Parish, Louisiana · 1.6 MI W of Joe RD · Structure no. 035729555922311

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Romeal RD over Sledge Canal is a concrete slab carrying Romeal RD over Sledge Canal in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 165 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesRomeal RD
CrossesSledge Canal
Location1.6 MI W of Joe RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates29.92622, -92.38641
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.3 US tons
Inventory rating15.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2022)
Projected traffic165 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$198,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Romeal RD over Sledge Canal built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is Romeal RD over Sledge Canal 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Romeal RD over Sledge Canal carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Romeal RD over Sledge Canal?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Romeal RD over Sledge Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.