US Bridges

US0084 over Jackson Creek

Fair

De Soto Parish, Louisiana · 4.2 MI East of LA 763 · Structure no. 041600000017100

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,394
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0084 over Jackson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US0084 over Jackson Creek in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 4,394 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,833 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS0084
CrossesJackson Creek
Location4.2 MI East of LA 763
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyDe Soto Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates31.97396, -93.8252
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating55.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,394 (2021)
Projected traffic4,833 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US0084 over Jackson Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0084 over Jackson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US0084 over Jackson Creek carry?

About 4,394 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US0084 over Jackson Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US0084 over Jackson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.