LA0008 over Bayou Castor
GoodVernon Parish, Louisiana · 2.4 Miles East of US 171 · Structure no. 085803730105451
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,277
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0008 over Bayou Castor is a concrete slab carrying LA0008 over Bayou Castor in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 7,277 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,004 by 2041. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 43 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 | 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 LA0008 over Bayou Castor built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0008 over Bayou Castor 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does LA0008 over Bayou Castor carry?
About 7,277 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is LA0008 over Bayou Castor?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0008 over Bayou Castor?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.