Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib.
PoorPosted for loadVernon Parish, Louisiana · 1.2 Miles West of US 171 · Structure no. 085831082931661
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 1980 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib. is a concrete slab carrying Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib. in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,960 by 2000. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib. built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib. 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib. carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (1980 count).
How long is Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib.?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Jean ST over Castor Bayou Trib.?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.