LA0021 over Drain
FairWashington Parish, Louisiana · LA 21 · Structure no. 625900300303371
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,160
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0021 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying LA0021 over Drain in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 7,160 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,876 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 164 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0021 over Drain built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0021 over Drain 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does LA0021 over Drain carry?
About 7,160 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0021 over Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 164 ft wide.
Who owns LA0021 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.