I0049 over Drain
FairCaddo Parish, Louisiana · 1.8 M S of LA 526 Intr · Structure no. 040904550802281
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60,171
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I0049 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying I0049 over Drain in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 60,171 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,188 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 244 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I0049 over Drain built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is I0049 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does I0049 over Drain carry?
About 60,171 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is I0049 over Drain?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 244 ft wide.
Who owns I0049 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.