US0165 over Drain
PoorJefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana · 2.5 MI North of LA 101 · Structure no. 072700140207001
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,912
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0165 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US0165 over Drain in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,912 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,403 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0165 over Drain built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0165 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does US0165 over Drain carry?
About 4,912 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US0165 over Drain?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US0165 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.