18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal
GoodOuachita Parish, Louisiana · 0.7 MI NW of I-20 · Structure no. 053732307920621
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100,000
- 1979 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying 18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 100,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110,000 by 1999. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 180 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is 18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does 18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal carry?
About 100,000 vehicles per day (1979 count).
How long is 18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 180 ft wide.
Who owns 18th ST at Desiard over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.