I0049 over LA 490
FairNatchitoches Parish, Louisiana · I-49/LA 490 Intg. · Structure no. 083504550604801
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Mixed Types
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 214 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,305
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I0049 over LA 490 is a prestressed concrete continuous mixed types carrying I0049 over LA 490 in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 18,305 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,135 by 2041. The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I0049 over LA 490 built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is I0049 over LA 490 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I0049 over LA 490 carry?
About 18,305 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is I0049 over LA 490?
The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I0049 over LA 490?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.