US Bridges

Tarver RD over Little CR

Good

Richland Parish, Louisiana · 1.8 MI N of LA 132 · Structure no. 054200000050287

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
105
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Tarver RD over Little CR is a steel culvert carrying Tarver RD over Little CR in Richland Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 105 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 115 by 2026. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesTarver RD
CrossesLittle CR
Location1.8 MI N of LA 132
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates32.33051, -91.79389
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.2 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic105 (2006)
Projected traffic115 by 2026
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Tarver RD over Little CR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tarver RD over Little CR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Tarver RD over Little CR carry?

About 105 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Tarver RD over Little CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Tarver RD over Little CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.