US Bridges

Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork)

FairPosted for load

Adams County, Mississippi · Sec 23 T 6N R 2W B · Structure no. SA0100000000035

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,070
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork) in Adams County, Mississippi. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,070 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,605 by 2033. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesLiberty RD
CrossesSecond Creek (west Fork)
LocationSec 23 T 6N R 2W B
RouteCounty Highway 159
Coordinates31.5041, -91.27864
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating27.3 US tons
Inventory rating16.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,070 (2013)
Projected traffic1,605 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost$604,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork) built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork) 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork) carry?

About 1,070 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork)?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Liberty RD over Second Creek (west Fork)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.