LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek
GoodTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 0.73 Mi. W of US 51 · Structure no. 625304150203251
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,581
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek is a concrete culvert carrying LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 8,581 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,439 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek 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 LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek carry?
About 8,581 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns LA0040 over Ponchatoula Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.