Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou
PoorPosted for loadHancock County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T 9S R14W · Structure no. SA2300000000051
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou in Hancock County, Mississippi. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Beach Blvd. over Grand Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.