US0171 over Bear Creek
FairSabine Parish, Louisiana · 3.96 Mi. North of LA 174 · Structure no. 084300250411181
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,228
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0171 over Bear Creek is a concrete slab carrying US0171 over Bear Creek in Sabine Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5,228 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,750 by 2041. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0171 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US0171 over Bear 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US0171 over Bear Creek carry?
About 5,228 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US0171 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US0171 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.