US0090 over Drain Canal
FairOrleans Parish, Louisiana · 9.9 MI North of I-10 · Structure no. 023600069010641
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,215
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0090 over Drain Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US0090 over Drain Canal in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,215 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,336 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 108 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0090 over Drain Canal built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0090 over Drain Canal 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US0090 over Drain Canal carry?
About 1,215 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US0090 over Drain Canal?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns US0090 over Drain Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.