Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree
GoodLa Salle Parish, Louisiana · 160 East of US 84 · Structure no. 583031412920801
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree is a concrete culvert carrying Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree in La Salle Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 28 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree carry?
About 28 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Elm ST over West Prong Hemphill Cree?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.