River Road over Branch
GoodWashington Parish, Louisiana · 1.9 MI S of LA 438 · Structure no. 625900000620000
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 241
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over Branch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying River Road over Branch in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 241 vehicles a day, projected to reach 265 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over Branch built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does River Road over Branch carry?
About 241 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is River Road over Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns River Road over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.