LA0062 over Drain
PoorWashington Parish, Louisiana · 0.1 M S of LA 438 · Structure no. 625902740205671
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 97 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,205
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0062 over Drain is a concrete slab carrying LA0062 over Drain in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,205 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,325 by 2041. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 29 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 LA0062 over Drain built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0062 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does LA0062 over Drain carry?
About 1,205 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0062 over Drain?
The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns LA0062 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.