LA0124 over Big Branch
PoorPosted for loadWinn Parish, Louisiana · 1.82 Mi. East of US 84 · Structure no. 086401250101821
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,348
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0124 over Big Branch is a concrete slab carrying LA0124 over Big Branch in Winn Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,348 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,482 by 2041. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0124 over Big Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0124 over Big 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does LA0124 over Big Branch carry?
About 1,348 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is LA0124 over Big Branch?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns LA0124 over Big Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.