West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek
FairLa Salle Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 Miles West of LA 8 · Structure no. 583031410920831
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 370
- 1973 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek is a concrete slab carrying West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek in La Salle 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 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 370 vehicles a day, projected to reach 407 by 1993. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek carry?
About 370 vehicles per day (1973 count).
How long is West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns West Bradford ST over West Hemphill Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.