US Bridges

Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek

Fair

Caddo Parish, Louisiana · 2.99 MI W of LA 1 · Structure no. 040932558940121

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek is a concrete slab carrying Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 44 by 2039. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

Location

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CarriesAtlanta-Vivian RD
CrossesMyrtis Mill Creek
Location2.99 MI W of LA 1
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCaddo Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.93067, -94.02058
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating29.3 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2019)
Projected traffic44 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Atlanta-Vivian RD over Myrtis Mill Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.