US Bridges

LA0008 over Creek

Good

Vernon Parish, Louisiana · 2.9 MI West of LA 184 · Structure no. 085803730104941

Built
1943
82 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,277
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LA0008 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying LA0008 over Creek in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 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 7,277 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,004 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 182 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesLA0008
CrossesCreek
Location2.9 MI West of LA 184
RouteState Highway 8
Coordinates31.15971, -93.22081
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width182 ft (55.5 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,277 (2021)
Projected traffic8,004 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 LA0008 over Creek built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.

What condition is LA0008 over 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does LA0008 over Creek carry?

About 7,277 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is LA0008 over Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 182 ft wide.

Who owns LA0008 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.