Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · 2.07 M. S. of Blue Lake R · Structure no. 084031005923021
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 98 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek is a concrete slab carrying Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2042. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Bennetts Bay RD over Hurricane Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.