US0171 over South Brush Bayou
FairCaddo Parish, Louisiana · 1.2 Mi. N. of LA 3132 · Structure no. 040900250810061
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,212
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0171 over South Brush Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US0171 over South Brush Bayou in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 17,212 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,933 by 2041. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0171 over South Brush Bayou built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0171 over South Brush 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US0171 over South Brush Bayou carry?
About 17,212 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US0171 over South Brush Bayou?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0171 over South Brush Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.