A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over LAFOURCHE BAYOU
0.01 MI N OF LA 1
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This bridge has a Poor overall condition rating of 1 out of 9. This bridge is classified as being in poor condition, meaning one or more structural components have significant deterioration. Poor condition does not mean the bridge is unsafe to drive on, but it does mean repairs or replacement may be needed.
The bridge carries 0 vehicles per day and is 57 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 14.6 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 175 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A movable bridge — it may occasionally stop for boat traffic.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 0 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 24 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1969
57 years old
Structure Type
Steel Movable (Swing)
Total Length
175 ft
53.3 m
Deck Width
24 ft
7.2 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
84 ft
longest unsupported section (25.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
0vehicles/day
29.59183°N, 90.46751°W
Steel Movable (Swing)
A movable bridge can change position to allow passage of boats or other traffic. Steel movable bridges include lift, bascule (drawbridge), and swing types.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.