US Bridges

Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib.

Fair

Vernon Parish, Louisiana · 0.47 M. N. of LA 121 near · Structure no. 085831113925991

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
100,060
1976 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib. is a steel culvert carrying Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib. 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 100,060 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110,066 by 1996. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesAllen Gordy RD
CrossesFlactor Creek Trib.
Location0.47 M. N. of LA 121 near
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyVernon Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates31.18906, -92.998
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100,060 (1976)
Projected traffic110,066 by 1996
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib. built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib. 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib. carry?

About 100,060 vehicles per day (1976 count).

How long is Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib.?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Allen Gordy RD over Flactor Creek Trib.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.