LA0043 over Drain
FairLivingston Parish, Louisiana · 0.6 M S of LA 1064 · Structure no. 623202600701981
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,232
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0043 over Drain is a concrete slab carrying LA0043 over Drain in Livingston Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 5 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 5,232 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,755 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 35 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0043 over Drain built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0043 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does LA0043 over Drain carry?
About 5,232 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA0043 over Drain?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns LA0043 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.