LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR
GoodWashington Parish, Louisiana · LA0438 · Structure no. 625902740300311
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 352 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 925
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 925 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,017 by 2041. The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR carry?
About 925 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR?
The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns LA0438 over West Fork Pushapatapa CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.