LA1072 over Drain
FairWashington Parish, Louisiana · 2.62M East of LA 16 · Structure no. 625908592102621
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,105
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA1072 over Drain is a steel culvert carrying LA1072 over Drain in Washington Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,105 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,215 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA1072 over Drain built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA1072 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does LA1072 over Drain carry?
About 1,105 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA1072 over Drain?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns LA1072 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.