LA1126 over Drain
FairJefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana · 1.4 MI E of LA 26 · Structure no. 072708271207521
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 507
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA1126 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA1126 over Drain in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 507 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 557 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA1126 over Drain built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA1126 over Drain 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 LA1126 over Drain carry?
About 507 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is LA1126 over Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns LA1126 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.