High Risk 🌉 Bridge / Critical Crossing  ·  Louisiana

Baton Rouge Horace Wilkinson Bridge LA

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE RISK PROFILE  ·  LOUISIANA

7 / 10
Risk Score
Facility Type
🌉 Bridge / Critical Crossing
Primary Risk Radius
5
mile zone
Secondary Risk Radius
20
mile zone

// Risk Intelligence

Risk Score7 / 10   High
Facility Type🌉 Bridge / Critical Crossing
Operator / BranchLouisiana Department of Transportation
Host CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish LA
Nearest CityPepperell MA
Primary Risk Radius5 miles
Secondary Risk Radius20 miles

// Strategic Significance

The Horace Wilkinson Bridge also known as the New Bridge in Baton Rouge carries I-10 across the Mississippi River and is one of the most critical freight corridors in the South. The bridge is a major bottleneck for I-10 transcontinental freight traffic. Hurricane and Mississippi River flooding create operational challenges. Any extended closure would severely disrupt freight movement through the southern US.

// Civilian Impact Assessment

East Baton Rouge Parish with 450,000 residents. The Horace Wilkinson Bridge carries I-10 transcontinental freight across the Mississippi. A closure would severely disrupt southern US freight movement. Hurricane and Mississippi River flooding threaten the structure and approach roads.

// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance

I-10, Mississippi River, Baton Rouge. East Baton Rouge Parish Emergency Management coordinates hurricane bridge closure and Mississippi River flooding protocols.

// Counties Within Risk Zone

East Baton Rouge Parish LA
Flooding / Hurricane
7/10
High

// Cities Within Risk Zone

Baton Rouge LA
Flooding / Hurricane
7/10
High