S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee
GoodPosted for loadVermilion Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 MI S of LA 14 · Structure no. 035729583920681
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee is a concrete channel beam carrying S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 55 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 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,200 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns S John M Hardy DR over Youngs North Coulee?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.