LA0488 over Ditch
FairRapides Parish, Louisiana · .64 Mi. E of LA1199 · Structure no. 084003680201541
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,343
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0488 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying LA0488 over Ditch in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 2,343 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,577 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 52 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0488 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0488 over Ditch 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does LA0488 over Ditch carry?
About 2,343 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0488 over Ditch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns LA0488 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.