Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough
GoodMorehouse Parish, Louisiana · 2.0 Miles East of LA 138 · Structure no. 053400000400716
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough is a concrete slab carrying Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2030. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Frank Bell RD over Patten Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.