Bess Lake RD over Creek
GoodRichland Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 MI N of LA 856 · Structure no. 054200000700379
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bess Lake RD over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bess Lake RD over Creek in Richland Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2036. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Bess Lake RD over Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bess Lake RD over 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Bess Lake RD over Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Bess Lake RD over Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Bess Lake RD over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.