LA0015 over Drain
FairRichland Parish, Louisiana · 1.77 MI West of LA 137 · Structure no. 054200260901771
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,198
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0015 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA0015 over Drain in Richland Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,198 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,417 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0015 over Drain built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0015 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does LA0015 over Drain carry?
About 2,198 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is LA0015 over Drain?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns LA0015 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.