US Bridges

FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River

FairPosted for load

Harrison County, Mississippi · Sec 33 T 6S R 9W B · Structure no. SA2400000000042

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
330 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,850
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River in Harrison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,850 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,775 by 2044. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFAS 139 Lamey Brid
CrossesTchoutacabouffa River
LocationSec 33 T 6S R 9W B
RouteCounty Highway 139
Coordinates30.47592, -88.89326
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating25.4 US tons
Inventory rating15.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 15
Structure length330 ft (100.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,850 (2024)
Projected traffic8,775 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$200,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River carry?

About 5,850 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River?

The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 139 Lamey Brid over Tchoutacabouffa River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.