Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral
GoodEast Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana · 1.0 MI West of Plank RD · Structure no. 611730326910921
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,477
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral is a concrete slab carrying Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral in East Baton Rouge 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 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 5,477 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,024 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral carry?
About 5,477 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Blount RD over Gibbens Lateral?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.