Claiborne County Bridge Report Card
Claiborne County scores 29 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Claiborne County, Louisiana
Claiborne County has 148 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 33 rated poor and 47 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 22.3% is above the 11.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 18,717 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Claiborne County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 29/100 (F). The county has 148 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 33 in poor condition and 47 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 18,717 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 22.3% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 15.0% of measured traffic | 11.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 31.8% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 124,700 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 22.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 11.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 31.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 18,717 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Claiborne County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La0009 over Leatherman Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,248 | 1975 |
| La0146 over Caney Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,360 | 1966 |
| La0146 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,360 | 1966 |
| La0146 over Allen Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,360 | 1968 |
| La0146 over Drain | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,360 | 1968 |
| La0520 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 943 | 1967 |
| La0161 over Little Corney Bayou | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 836 | 1980 |
| La0002 over Black Bayou | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 817 | 1962 |
| La0615 over Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 697 | 1976 |
| La0520 over Beaver Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 532 | 1967 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.