US Bridges

Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch

Fair

Jackson Parish, Louisiana · 3.5 Mi. N-Nw Int. 418 · Structure no. 052532219922861

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
155
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch is a steel culvert carrying Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch in Jackson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 155 vehicles a day, projected to reach 170 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesVernon Eros RD
CrossesPool Branch
Location3.5 Mi. N-Nw Int. 418
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJackson Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.37277, -92.49075
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating82.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic155 (2020)
Projected traffic170 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch carry?

About 155 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Vernon Eros RD over Pool Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.