LA0016 over Drain
FairSt. Helena Parish, Louisiana · 3.2 M W of LA 441 · Structure no. 624602620502951
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,299
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0016 over Drain is a concrete slab carrying LA0016 over Drain in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 4,299 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,728 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0016 over Drain built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0016 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does LA0016 over Drain carry?
About 4,299 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is LA0016 over Drain?
The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0016 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.