Courtney RD over Dry Creek
PoorRed River Parish, Louisiana · 0.4 Mi. East of LA 783 · Structure no. 044132089932001
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Courtney RD over Dry Creek is a steel culvert carrying Courtney RD over Dry Creek in Red River Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Courtney RD over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Courtney RD over Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Courtney RD over Dry Creek carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Courtney RD over Dry Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Courtney RD over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.