LA0557 over Creek
GoodCaldwell Parish, Louisiana · 1.16 MI North of LA 4 · Structure no. 581101590201161
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 296
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0557 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying LA0557 over Creek in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 296 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 325 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0557 over Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0557 over Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does LA0557 over Creek carry?
About 296 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is LA0557 over Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns LA0557 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.