LA1056 over Bickham Branch
GoodWashington Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 M N of LA 440 · Structure no. 625908592001231
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 993
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA1056 over Bickham Branch is a concrete slab carrying LA1056 over Bickham Branch in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 993 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,092 by 2041. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 30 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA1056 over Bickham Branch built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA1056 over Bickham Branch 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 LA1056 over Bickham Branch carry?
About 993 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA1056 over Bickham Branch?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns LA1056 over Bickham Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.