I0049 over Ditch
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · 4.72 Mi. North of LA 3265 · Structure no. 084004550523241
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,080
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I0049 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I0049 over Ditch in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 24,080 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,488 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 177 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 I0049 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is I0049 over Ditch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does I0049 over Ditch carry?
About 24,080 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is I0049 over Ditch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 177 ft wide.
Who owns I0049 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.