US Bridges

Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek

Good

Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 2.6 MI N.E. of Jct. 51&22 · Structure no. 625330286902641

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
133 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,008
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek is a concrete slab carrying Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 1,008 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,108 by 2040. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesYokum RD
CrossesPonchatoula Creek
Location2.6 MI N.E. of Jct. 51&22
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTangipahoa Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.47738, -90.43921
Functional classRural 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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length133 ft (40.5 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,008 (2020)
Projected traffic1,108 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Yokum RD 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek carry?

About 1,008 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek?

The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Yokum RD over Ponchatoula Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.