US Bridges

Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River

Good

Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 Mi. East of LA 115 · Structure no. 080531044920581

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River is a concrete culvert carrying Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLanson Bordelon RD
CrossesOld River
Location0.1 Mi. East of LA 115
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates31.07575, -92.0994
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2020)
Projected traffic22 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River 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 Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Lanson Bordelon RD over Old River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.