LA0008 over Drain
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · 1.5 Mi. East of LA 119 · Structure no. 084001340401501
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,456
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0008 over Drain is a steel culvert carrying LA0008 over Drain in Rapides 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 1,456 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,601 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0008 over Drain built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0008 over Drain 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does LA0008 over Drain carry?
About 1,456 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0008 over Drain?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns LA0008 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.