LA0009 over Drain
GoodNatchitoches Parish, Louisiana · 2.42 Mi. N. of LA 153 · Structure no. 083500890202421
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,032
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0009 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA0009 over Drain in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 1,032 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,135 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0009 over Drain built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0009 over Drain 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 2024.
How much traffic does LA0009 over Drain carry?
About 1,032 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0009 over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns LA0009 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.