US Bridges

LA1221 over Haskin Creek

Good

Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana · 1.55 Mi. North of LA 120 · Structure no. 083508351201551

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
96
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA1221 over Haskin Creek is a steel culvert carrying LA1221 over Haskin Creek in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 96 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 105 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesLA1221
CrossesHaskin Creek
Location1.55 Mi. North of LA 120
RouteState Highway 1221
Coordinates31.75886, -93.4239
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating82.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic96 (2021)
Projected traffic105 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LA1221 over Haskin Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA1221 over Haskin Creek 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 LA1221 over Haskin Creek carry?

About 96 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is LA1221 over Haskin Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns LA1221 over Haskin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.