Webster County Bridge Report Card
Webster County scores 32 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Webster County, Louisiana
Webster County has 194 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 48 rated poor and 52 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 24.7% is above the 11.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 96,411 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Webster County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 32/100 (F). The county has 194 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 48 in poor condition and 52 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 96,411 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 | 24.7% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.1% of measured traffic | 6.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 26.8% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 1.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,065,146 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 | 24.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 11.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 26.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 96,411 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Webster County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us0080 over Bayou Dorcheat | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,109 | 1954 |
| Us0080 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,955 | 1954 |
| La0159 over Leonard Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,754 | 1966 |
| La0531 over Brushy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,689 | 1966 |
| La0159 over Caney Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,645 | 1970 |
| Legion ST over Little Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,250 | 1990 |
| Nursery RD over Brushy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 928 | 1978 |
| La0159 over Cypress CR Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 866 | 1966 |
| La0159 over Cypress Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 866 | 1966 |
| Dorcheat RD over Cow Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 833 | 1971 |
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.