Cotton Gin RD over I-49
GoodRapides Parish, Louisiana · 0.83 Mi. North of US 71 · Structure no. 084004550526411
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 354 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,460
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cotton Gin RD over I-49 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cotton Gin RD over I-49 in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,460 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,606 by 2035. The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cotton Gin RD over I-49 built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cotton Gin RD over I-49 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 2024.
How much traffic does Cotton Gin RD over I-49 carry?
About 1,460 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Cotton Gin RD over I-49?
The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Cotton Gin RD over I-49?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.