LA0070 over Drain
FairAssumption Parish, Louisiana · 2.0 M NE of LA 1&LA 70 · Structure no. 610402323002091
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,881
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0070 over Drain is a concrete slab carrying LA0070 over Drain in Assumption Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,881 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,269 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0070 over Drain built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0070 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does LA0070 over Drain carry?
About 3,881 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is LA0070 over Drain?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0070 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.