LA0040 over Drain
GoodSt. Tammany Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 M W of LA 1077 · Structure no. 625202690701441
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,778
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0040 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA0040 over Drain in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 71 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 2,778 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,055 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 57 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0040 over Drain built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is LA0040 over Drain 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does LA0040 over Drain carry?
About 2,778 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0040 over Drain?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns LA0040 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.