US Bridges

US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR

Fair

Jackson Parish, Louisiana · .2 MI North of LA 4 · Structure no. 052500230606891

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
833 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,811
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR in Jackson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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.

It carries about 13,811 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,192 by 2041. The structure is 833 ft (253.9 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS0167
CrossesKCS & Union Pacific RR
Location.2 MI North of LA 4
RouteU.S. Route 167
CountyJackson Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.24554, -92.7126
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+11 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length833 ft (253.9 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.8 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.4 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,811 (2021)
Projected traffic15,192 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR carry?

About 13,811 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR?

The structure is 833 ft (253.9 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns US0167 over KCS & Union Pacific RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.