US Bridges

US0061 over Conc Box Xing

Good

St. Charles Parish, Louisiana · 3.6 MI West of Jefferson · Structure no. 024500070303631

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
23,719
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0061 over Conc Box Xing is a concrete culvert carrying US0061 over Conc Box Xing in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older 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 23,719 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,090 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 75 ft wide.

CarriesUS0061
CrossesConc Box Xing
Location3.6 MI West of Jefferson
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates29.98069, -90.338
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,719 (2021)
Projected traffic26,090 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US0061 over Conc Box Xing built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0061 over Conc Box Xing 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US0061 over Conc Box Xing carry?

About 23,719 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US0061 over Conc Box Xing?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US0061 over Conc Box Xing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.