LA 513 Bridge at Brushy Bayou
LA 513 Bridge at Brushy Bayou in DeSoto Parish
The Office of Louisiana Highway Construction has launched a $2.44 million investment to completely replace the aging timber bridge on Hwy 513 over Brushy Bayou in DeSoto Parish. The project replaces the existing structure with a modern, all-concrete multi-span design engineered to meet current state and federal safety standards. This critical upgrade ensures a safer, high-capacity route for daily commuters, school buses, emergency first responders, and agricultural freight, while significantly lowering long-term maintenance costs and flood risks.
Completion Date: May 5, 2026
Total Project Costs: $2,436,087
LA 513 Bridge Before and After Comparison
