DOTD responds to social media posts about the safety of Elysian Fields/Florida Ave. overpass
Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 3:53:21 PM
New Orleans – The Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is aware of information currently circulating on social media regarding the safety of an overpass at LA 3021 (Elysian Fields Avenue) and Florida Avenue in New Orleans.
Concrete cracking and spalling on substructure elements of this bridge are due to wear and tear and is common on older bridge structures of this type. This damage was also noted in our latest DOTD routine bridge inspection, which occured in January of this year.
As a result of the latest inspection, there currently are no limitations, meaning it can support its full rated weight load.
The Department will continue to monitor this development and implement any necessary countermeasures, as appropriate.
Anyone with any concerns about bridge or road structures should check with DOTD by calling 877-452-3683 or emailing dotdcs@la.gov.