Balis DR over Dawson Creek
GoodEast Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 M N of LA 427 · Structure no. 611730252910881
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 108 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,706
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Balis DR over Dawson Creek is a concrete slab carrying Balis DR over Dawson Creek in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 9,706 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,676 by 2039. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Balis DR over Dawson Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Balis DR over Dawson 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Balis DR over Dawson Creek carry?
About 9,706 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Balis DR over Dawson Creek?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Balis DR over Dawson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.