US Bridges

US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief

Good

Sabine Parish, Louisiana · 2.7 Mi. North of LA 175 · Structure no. 084300250303681

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,273
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief in Sabine Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,273 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS0171
CrossesLewis Creek Relief
Location2.7 Mi. North of LA 175
RouteU.S. Route 171
Coordinates31.59512, -93.5397
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,273 (2021)
Projected traffic3,600 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief carry?

About 3,273 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns US0171 over Lewis Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.