US Bridges

C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek

Fair

Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 002 MI N US 51&I-12 Fagon · Structure no. 625330289902751

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,316
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek is a concrete culvert carrying C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5 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 13,316 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,647 by 2041. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesC.M. Fagan RD
CrossesArnolds Creek
Location002 MI N US 51&I-12 Fagon
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTangipahoa Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.48272, -90.46591
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,316 (2021)
Projected traffic14,647 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek carry?

About 13,316 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns C.M. Fagan RD over Arnolds Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.