US0171 over Brushy Bayou
FairDe Soto Parish, Louisiana · 4.0 Mi. N. of LA 5 · Structure no. 041600250704081
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,866
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0171 over Brushy Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US0171 over Brushy Bayou in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 9,866 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,852 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 133 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0171 over Brushy Bayou built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0171 over Brushy 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US0171 over Brushy Bayou carry?
About 9,866 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US0171 over Brushy Bayou?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.
Who owns US0171 over Brushy Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.