LA0117 over Bell Branch
GoodVernon Parish, Louisiana · 4.54 Mi. North of LA 111 · Structure no. 085801140110851
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,513
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0117 over Bell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying LA0117 over Bell Branch in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,513 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,664 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0117 over Bell Branch built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0117 over Bell Branch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does LA0117 over Bell Branch carry?
About 1,513 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0117 over Bell Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns LA0117 over Bell Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.