LA1074 over Sals Branch
PoorPosted for loadWashington Parish, Louisiana · 0.7 M W of LA 1075 · Structure no. 625908591904931
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,186
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA1074 over Sals Branch is a concrete slab carrying LA1074 over Sals Branch in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,186 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,304 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 28 ft wide.
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 LA1074 over Sals Branch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA1074 over Sals Branch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does LA1074 over Sals Branch carry?
About 1,186 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA1074 over Sals Branch?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns LA1074 over Sals Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.