US Bridges

US0190 over Bunchy Creek

Fair

Allen Parish, Louisiana · 3.8 MI E of LA 113 · Structure no. 070200120608791

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
80 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,263
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0190 over Bunchy Creek is a concrete slab carrying US0190 over Bunchy Creek in Allen Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,263 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,589 by 2041. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesUS0190
CrossesBunchy Creek
Location3.8 MI E of LA 113
RouteU.S. Route 190
CountyAllen Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.5159, -92.98372
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,263 (2021)
Projected traffic3,589 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 US0190 over Bunchy Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0190 over Bunchy Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does US0190 over Bunchy Creek carry?

About 3,263 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US0190 over Bunchy Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US0190 over Bunchy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.