E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou
PoorCalcasieu Parish, Louisiana · 1.9 Mi. E. of LA 385 · Structure no. 071030066931091
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 617
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou is a concrete slab carrying E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 617 vehicles a day, projected to reach 678 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou carry?
About 617 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns E. Lincoln RD over Black Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.