US Bridges

Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin Parish, Louisiana · Log Mile 1.75 FR 233 to O · Structure no. 582100000580068

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
76 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek is a concrete slab carrying Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek in Franklin Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33 by 2033. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesClifford Ezell RD
CrossesWest Turkey Creek
LocationLog Mile 1.75 FR 233 to O
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFranklin Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.09523, -91.78393
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating25.4 US tons
Inventory rating19.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2013)
Projected traffic33 by 2033
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Clifford Ezell RD over West Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.