East 6th ST over Drain Canal
PoorOrleans Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 Mi. S. of LA 406 · Structure no. 023600000020508
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 116 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
East 6th ST over Drain Canal is a concrete slab carrying East 6th ST over Drain Canal in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was East 6th ST over Drain Canal built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is East 6th ST over Drain Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.
How much traffic does East 6th ST over Drain Canal carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is East 6th ST over Drain Canal?
The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns East 6th ST over Drain Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.