US0171 over Bayou Estes
GoodSabine Parish, Louisiana · 5.48 Mi. North of LA 483 · Structure no. 084300250405481
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,249
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0171 over Bayou Estes is a concrete culvert carrying US0171 over Bayou Estes 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 4,249 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,673 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 177 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0171 over Bayou Estes built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0171 over Bayou Estes 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US0171 over Bayou Estes carry?
About 4,249 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US0171 over Bayou Estes?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 177 ft wide.
Who owns US0171 over Bayou Estes?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.