LA0001 over Ditch
FairNatchitoches Parish, Louisiana · 2.2 Mi. N of N Int LA119 · Structure no. 083500530410301
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,835
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0001 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying LA0001 over Ditch in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 6 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 2,835 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,118 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0001 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0001 over Ditch 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does LA0001 over Ditch carry?
About 2,835 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0001 over Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns LA0001 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.