LA0044 over Drainage
FairAscension Parish, Louisiana · On LA 44 1.0 MI N. LA 931 · Structure no. 610302650203651
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,382
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0044 over Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying LA0044 over Drainage in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 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 12,382 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,620 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 LA0044 over Drainage built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0044 over Drainage 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does LA0044 over Drainage carry?
About 12,382 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA0044 over Drainage?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns LA0044 over Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.