LA0440 over Drain
PoorWashington Parish, Louisiana · 4.6M E Tangipahoa Line · Structure no. 625902760504661
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,262
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0440 over Drain is a concrete slab carrying LA0440 over Drain in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 1,262 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,388 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 31 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 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0440 over Drain built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0440 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 LA0440 over Drain carry?
About 1,262 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is LA0440 over Drain?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns LA0440 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.