Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch
GoodAscension Parish, Louisiana · 1.5 MI S Dutchtown · Structure no. 610330139905941
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch 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 Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Spellman RD over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.