US Bridges

I0049 over Sweepco R/R

Good

De Soto Parish, Louisiana · 0.46 MI S of US 84 Intg · Structure no. 041604550712682

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
211 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,142
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I0049 over Sweepco R/R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0049 over Sweepco R/R in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 28,142 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,956 by 2041. The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI0049
CrossesSweepco R/R
Location0.46 MI S of US 84 Intg
RouteInterstate 49
Coordinates32.05792, -93.558
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length211 ft (64.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,142 (2021)
Projected traffic30,956 by 2041
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I0049 over Sweepco R/R built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is I0049 over Sweepco R/R 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I0049 over Sweepco R/R carry?

About 28,142 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is I0049 over Sweepco R/R?

The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns I0049 over Sweepco R/R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.