LA0013 over Drainage Canal
GoodSt. Landry Parish, Louisiana · 1.6 Mi. North of LA 29 · Structure no. 034900570403361
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,950
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0013 over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying LA0013 over Drainage Canal in St. Landry 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 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 4,950 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,445 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0013 over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0013 over Drainage Canal 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does LA0013 over Drainage Canal carry?
About 4,950 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA0013 over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns LA0013 over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.