US Bridges

Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch

Good

Ouachita Parish, Louisiana · 1.75 Miles North of LA 34 · Structure no. 053700000400038

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 275 by 2030. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesWebb Pierce RD
CrossesBryant Branch
Location1.75 Miles North of LA 34
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates32.43904, -92.25241
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2010)
Projected traffic275 by 2030
Trucks—
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Webb Pierce RD over Bryant Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.