US Bridges

Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek

Good

St. Helena Parish, Louisiana · 2.1 Miles West LA 16 · Structure no. 624600000106035

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
350
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 385 by 2029. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesMcdaniel RD
CrossesKillian Branch Creek
Location2.1 Miles West LA 16
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates30.71728, -90.61258
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2009)
Projected traffic385 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Mcdaniel RD over Killian Branch Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.