US0071 over Macks Bayou
FairBossier Parish, Louisiana · 1.2 MI North of LA 612 · Structure no. 040800100609521
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,317
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0071 over Macks Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US0071 over Macks Bayou in Bossier Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 13,317 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,648 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0071 over Macks Bayou built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0071 over Macks Bayou 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US0071 over Macks Bayou carry?
About 13,317 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US0071 over Macks Bayou?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.
Who owns US0071 over Macks Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.