LA0003 over Drain
FairBossier Parish, Louisiana · .71 MI North of LA 2 · Structure no. 040800440300711
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,638
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0003 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA0003 over Drain in Bossier Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,638 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,901 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0003 over Drain built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0003 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does LA0003 over Drain carry?
About 2,638 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is LA0003 over Drain?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns LA0003 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.