Calcasieu River Bridge, Road bridge on Interstate 10 in Lake Charles, United States.
The Calcasieu River Bridge spans 135 feet above water, connecting Lake Charles and Westlake with steel trusses stretching across the waterway.
Built in 1952 under Governor Earl K Long's administration, this structure preceded the Interstate Highway System and initially served as the U.S. Highway 90 crossing.
The bridge railings incorporate crossed gun designs in their metalwork, representing the military heritage of Louisiana and World War II veterans.
The structure carries over 51,800 vehicles daily on Interstate 10, functioning as a primary transportation link between eastern and western Louisiana.
Initial construction included pedestrian walkways, which became forbidden after the bridge incorporation into the Interstate Highway System.
Location: Louisiana
Official opening: 1952
GPS coordinates: 30.23710,-93.24580
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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