Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou
GoodAscension Parish, Louisiana · 0.7 Mi. SE of LA 44 · Structure no. 610330176905431
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 275 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 33 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Merritt Evans RD over Drain Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.