US0079 over Creek
FairWebster Parish, Louisiana · 1.76M East of LA 159 · Structure no. 046000270401761
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,942
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0079 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US0079 over Creek in Webster Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 93 years old, older 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 9,942 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,936 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0079 over Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US0079 over Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US0079 over Creek carry?
About 9,942 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US0079 over Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns US0079 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.