US Bridges

Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib

Fair

Ouachita Parish, Louisiana · 0.8 MI NW of LA 139 · Structure no. 053732373915711

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
278
1979 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib is a concrete slab carrying Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib in Ouachita 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 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 278 vehicles a day, projected to reach 305 by 1999. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesMorgan Hare RD
CrossesLong Branch Trib
Location0.8 MI NW of LA 139
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOuachita Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.62034, -91.95139
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic278 (1979)
Projected traffic305 by 1999
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 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 Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib built?

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

What condition is Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib carry?

About 278 vehicles per day (1979 count).

How long is Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Morgan Hare RD over Long Branch Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.