LA0389 over Drain
FairCalcasieu Parish, Louisiana · 2.2 MI N of LA 12 · Structure no. 071001910302401
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,841
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0389 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA0389 over Drain in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,841 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,025 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 LA0389 over Drain built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0389 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does LA0389 over Drain carry?
About 1,841 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is LA0389 over Drain?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns LA0389 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.