US0071 over Drain
GoodCaddo Parish, Louisiana · 7.8 MI North of LA 2 · Structure no. 040900110412251
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 349
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0071 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US0071 over Drain in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 90 years old, older 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 349 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 383 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 US0071 over Drain built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US0071 over Drain 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 2024.
How much traffic does US0071 over Drain carry?
About 349 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US0071 over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US0071 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.