US Bridges

LA0015 over CR

Good

Union Parish, Louisiana · 4.6 MI N Ouachita Par LN · Structure no. 055601560204691

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
86 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,512
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0015 over CR is a concrete culvert carrying LA0015 over CR in Union Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 6,512 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,163 by 2041. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 104 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesLA0015
CrossesCR
Location4.6 MI N Ouachita Par LN
RouteState Highway 15
Coordinates32.632, -92.358
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width104 ft (31.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,512 (2021)
Projected traffic7,163 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LA0015 over CR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0015 over CR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does LA0015 over CR carry?

About 6,512 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is LA0015 over CR?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.

Who owns LA0015 over CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.