US0051 over Drain
FairTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 2.50 Miles North of LA 44 · Structure no. 625300000620304
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,266
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0051 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US0051 over Drain in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 2,266 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,492 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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 US0051 over Drain built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0051 over Drain 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US0051 over Drain carry?
About 2,266 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US0051 over Drain?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US0051 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.