LA0005 over Creek
FairDe Soto Parish, Louisiana · 2.8 MI North of LA 3015 · Structure no. 041600490111691
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,216
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0005 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying LA0005 over Creek in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 3,216 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,537 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0005 over Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0005 over 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 LA0005 over Creek carry?
About 3,216 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is LA0005 over Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns LA0005 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.