US Bridges

I0049 over Frierson RD Interg

Good

De Soto Parish, Louisiana · 5.3 MI N of LA 175 Intg · Structure no. 041604550732101

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
214 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
29,022
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I0049 over Frierson RD Interg is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I0049 over Frierson RD Interg in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 29,022 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,924 by 2041. The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesI0049
CrossesFrierson RD Interg
Location5.3 MI N of LA 175 Intg
RouteInterstate 49
Coordinates32.28178, -93.748
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length214 ft (65.2 m)
Longest span106 ft (32.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,022 (2021)
Projected traffic31,924 by 2041
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 Frierson RD Interg built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is I0049 over Frierson RD Interg 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does I0049 over Frierson RD Interg carry?

About 29,022 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is I0049 over Frierson RD Interg?

The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns I0049 over Frierson RD Interg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.