LA0016 over Richardson Branch
FairWashington Parish, Louisiana · 2.3 M S of LA 1072 · Structure no. 625900580506471
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,087
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0016 over Richardson Branch is a concrete slab carrying LA0016 over Richardson Branch in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 2,087 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,295 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0016 over Richardson Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0016 over Richardson 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does LA0016 over Richardson Branch carry?
About 2,087 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0016 over Richardson Branch?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns LA0016 over Richardson Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.