US0165 over Drain
FairAllen Parish, Louisiana · 10.0 Mi. N. of LA 26 · Structure no. 070200140409541
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,886
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0165 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US0165 over Drain in Allen Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 6 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 11,886 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,074 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 198 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0165 over Drain built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0165 over Drain 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US0165 over Drain carry?
About 11,886 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US0165 over Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 198 ft wide.
Who owns US0165 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.