US Bridges

LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR

Fair

Vernon Parish, Louisiana · 2.22 Mi. South of LA 10 · Structure no. 085801380204881

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
938
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR is a steel culvert carrying LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 6 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 938 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,031 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesLA0399
CrossesBr. of Whiskey Chitto CR
Location2.22 Mi. South of LA 10
RouteState Highway 399
CountyVernon Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates30.93727, -93.0473
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating82.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic938 (2021)
Projected traffic1,031 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR carry?

About 938 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns LA0399 over Br. of Whiskey Chitto CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.