US0071 over Coulee
FairNatchitoches Parish, Louisiana · 1.24 Mi. North of LA 3163 · Structure no. 083500100111081
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,456
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0071 over Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US0071 over Coulee in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 6,456 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,101 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Coulee built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0071 over Coulee 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 US0071 over Coulee carry?
About 6,456 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US0071 over Coulee?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US0071 over Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.