US Bridges

LA0155 over Creek

Fair

Jackson Parish, Louisiana · 1.1 Mi. E of US 167 · Structure no. 052503193003141

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,605
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0155 over Creek is a concrete slab carrying LA0155 over Creek in Jackson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 1,605 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,765 by 2041. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLA0155
CrossesCreek
Location1.1 Mi. E of US 167
RouteState Highway 542
Coordinates32.3411, -92.6963
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.3 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,605 (2021)
Projected traffic1,765 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0155 over Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0155 over 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does LA0155 over Creek carry?

About 1,605 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is LA0155 over Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns LA0155 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.