Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough
FairPosted for loadMorehouse Parish, Louisiana · 1.5 Mi. E. Int. 034 · Structure no. 053432436915181
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 1974 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough is a concrete slab carrying Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 165 by 1994. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (1974 count).
How long is Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Upland RD over Drain to Patten Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.