LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · 0.98 Mi. North of LA 1198 · Structure no. 084000520806991
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,855
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal is a concrete culvert carrying LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older 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 7,855 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,640 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0001 over Compton Lake 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal carry?
About 7,855 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns LA0001 over Compton Lake Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.