US Bridges

Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch

FairPosted for load

Rapides Parish, Louisiana · 0.8 Mi. East of LA 121 · Structure no. 084031137924251

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 49 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRobert Goleman RD
CrossesMuddy Branch
Location0.8 Mi. East of LA 121
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRapides Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates31.22907, -92.7087
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2022)
Projected traffic49 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Robert Goleman RD over Muddy Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.