Wright RD over Coulee
GoodVermilion Parish, Louisiana · 2.8 MI S of LA 14 · Structure no. 035729579922561
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wright RD over Coulee is a concrete channel beam carrying Wright RD over Coulee in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 165 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wright RD over Coulee built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wright RD over 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Wright RD over Coulee carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Wright RD over Coulee?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Wright RD over Coulee?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.