Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing
FairSt. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana · 7.6 M N - I55 & US51 JCT · Structure no. 624804520108153
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,107
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing is a concrete culvert carrying Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 4,107 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,517 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 64 ft wide.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing carry?
About 4,107 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns Old US 51 over Drain Pipe Xing?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.