Estes Rd. over Drain
PoorPosted for loadJefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana · 1.7 MI W of LA 102 · Structure no. 072730201925321
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Estes Rd. over Drain is a concrete slab carrying Estes Rd. over Drain in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 130 vehicles a day, projected to reach 143 by 2039. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Estes Rd. over Drain built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Estes Rd. 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Estes Rd. over Drain carry?
About 130 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Estes Rd. over Drain?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Estes Rd. over Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.