Fdr 287 over Branch Creek

Poor Condition63 years old60 vehicles/day

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyRapides
LocationNational Forest Road
CarriesFdr 287
CrossesBranch Creek
Coordinates31.20573, -92.58312

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignChannel Beam
Total Length86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Max Span21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Deck Width24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Deck Area199.1 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1963

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic60 (1976)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerU.S. Forest Service
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number080602000002257

Nearby Bridges

Fdr 287 over Branch Creek 0.0 mi Fair Fdr 287 over Long Branch Overflo 0.2 mi Fair Fdr 287 over Loving Creek 0.3 mi Fair Fdr 287 over Loving Creek 0.4 mi Fair Fdr 587 over Castor Creek 0.5 mi Good Fdr 287 over Castor Creek 0.6 mi Fair Fdr 273 over Castor Creek 1.0 mi Fair Fdr 273 over Castor Creek 1.0 mi Fair Fdr 273 over Castor Overflow 1.0 mi Fair Fdr 240 over Brushy Creek 2.5 mi Poor