LA0609 over I-20
FairRichland Parish, Louisiana · LA 609 over I-20 · Structure no. 054208421002891
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 397 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0609 over I-20 is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying LA0609 over I-20 in Richland Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,540 by 2036. The structure is 397 ft (121 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0609 over I-20 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0609 over I-20 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does LA0609 over I-20 carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is LA0609 over I-20?
The structure is 397 ft (121 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0609 over I-20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.