E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou
GoodMadison Parish, Louisiana · 4.1 MI W of US 65 · Structure no. 053332300911401
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 95 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 144
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou is a concrete slab carrying E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou in Madison Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 144 vehicles a day, projected to reach 158 by 2036. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou carry?
About 144 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns E Bear Lake RD #3 over Bull Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.