US Bridges

Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch

Good

Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 5.0 Miles Northeast of Jc · Structure no. 625300000108175

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
300
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch is a concrete slab carrying Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 330 by 2039. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesZ. Mcdaniel RD
CrossesReedy Branch
Location5.0 Miles Northeast of Jc
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTangipahoa Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.83098, -90.30792
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2019)
Projected traffic330 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Z. Mcdaniel RD over Reedy Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.