US0079 over Beaver Branch
FairClaiborne Parish, Louisiana · 1.03 MI North of LA 9 · Structure no. 041400270601031
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 161 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,728
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0079 over Beaver Branch is a concrete slab carrying US0079 over Beaver Branch in Claiborne Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 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 5,728 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2041. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0079 over Beaver Branch built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0079 over Beaver Branch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US0079 over Beaver Branch carry?
About 5,728 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US0079 over Beaver Branch?
The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0079 over Beaver Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.