US0071 over Creek
FairGrant Parish, Louisiana · 1.4 MI North of LA 492 · Structure no. 082200090207891
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,063
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0071 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US0071 over Creek in Grant Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,063 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,269 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 US0071 over Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0071 over Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US0071 over Creek carry?
About 2,063 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US0071 over Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US0071 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.