LA0440 over Drain
FairTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 1.5 Mi. East of US 51 · Structure no. 625302760301501
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,498
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0440 over Drain is a steel culvert carrying LA0440 over Drain in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,498 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,747 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 LA0440 over Drain built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0440 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does LA0440 over Drain carry?
About 2,498 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA0440 over Drain?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0440 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.