Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch
FairVernon Parish, Louisiana · 4.0 Miles South of LA 10 · Structure no. 085830539930511
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 190
- 1976 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch is a concrete slab carrying Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 190 vehicles a day, projected to reach 209 by 1996. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch carry?
About 190 vehicles per day (1976 count).
How long is Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Drakes Fork RD over Horse Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.