US0061 over Jones Creek
GoodEast Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 M SE of LA 37&US 61 · Structure no. 611700079005081
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,876
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0061 over Jones Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US0061 over Jones Creek in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 45,876 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,463 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 186 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0061 over Jones Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0061 over Jones Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US0061 over Jones Creek carry?
About 45,876 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US0061 over Jones Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 186 ft wide.
Who owns US0061 over Jones Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.