US Bridges

Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch

FairPosted for load

Rapides Parish, Louisiana · 0.4 Mi. South of LA 28 · Structure no. 084031173922921

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch is a concrete slab carrying Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 2,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,860 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesWindermere DR
CrossesMcadams Ditch
Location0.4 Mi. South of LA 28
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRapides Parish
StateLouisiana
Coordinates31.28794, -92.4908
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2022)
Projected traffic2,860 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Windermere DR over Mcadams Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.