US Bridges

LA0013 over Creek

Good

Acadia Parish, Louisiana · 4.7 MI N of LA 1121 · Structure no. 030100570308211

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,380
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0013 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying LA0013 over Creek in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 5,380 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,918 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesLA0013
CrossesCreek
Location4.7 MI N of LA 1121
RouteState Highway 13
Coordinates30.32389, -92.39711
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,380 (2021)
Projected traffic5,918 by 2041
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0013 over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0013 over Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does LA0013 over Creek carry?

About 5,380 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is LA0013 over Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns LA0013 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.