NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch
GoodNatchitoches Parish, Louisiana · National Forest Road · Structure no. 080603000003108
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2003 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch is a concrete slab carrying NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2045. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 307 over Sheards Branch?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.