US Bridges

LA0443 over Creek

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Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 6.97 Miles N of US 190 · Structure no. 625308532706971

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
58 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,478
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0443 over Creek is a concrete slab carrying LA0443 over Creek in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6,478 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,125 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesLA0443
CrossesCreek
Location6.97 Miles N of US 190
RouteState Highway 443
CountyTangipahoa Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.58776, -90.3969
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,478 (2021)
Projected traffic7,125 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$315,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0443 over Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0443 over 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 LA0443 over Creek carry?

About 6,478 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is LA0443 over Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns LA0443 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.