US0079 over Cooley Branch
GoodWebster Parish, Louisiana · 1.9 MI East of LA 531 · Structure no. 046000270402981
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,942
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0079 over Cooley Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US0079 over Cooley Branch in Webster Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1932, 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 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 9,942 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,936 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0079 over Cooley Branch built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0079 over Cooley 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US0079 over Cooley Branch carry?
About 9,942 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US0079 over Cooley Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US0079 over Cooley Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.