US0090 over Drain Canal
FairJefferson Parish, Louisiana · 4.0 MI West of US 90B · Structure no. 022600051001311
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,920
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0090 over Drain Canal is a concrete tee beam carrying US0090 over Drain Canal in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 49,920 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,912 by 2041. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 30 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US0090 over Drain Canal built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0090 over Drain Canal 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 2023.
How much traffic does US0090 over Drain Canal carry?
About 49,920 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US0090 over Drain Canal?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US0090 over Drain Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.