LA0449 over West Hog Branch
FairSt. Helena Parish, Louisiana · LA0449 · Structure no. 624602710200891
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,467
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0449 over West Hog Branch is a concrete slab carrying LA0449 over West Hog Branch in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,467 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,613 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 29 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 LA0449 over West Hog Branch built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0449 over West Hog Branch 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 LA0449 over West Hog Branch carry?
About 1,467 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0449 over West Hog Branch?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns LA0449 over West Hog Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.