US0071 over Bayou Toulon
FairRed River Parish, Louisiana · .5 MI North of LA 514 · Structure no. 044100100314971
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,559
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0071 over Bayou Toulon is a concrete slab carrying US0071 over Bayou Toulon in Red River Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 5 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 2,559 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,814 by 2041. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0071 over Bayou Toulon built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0071 over Bayou Toulon 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US0071 over Bayou Toulon carry?
About 2,559 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US0071 over Bayou Toulon?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0071 over Bayou Toulon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.