US Bridges

Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River

FairPosted for load

Harrison County, Mississippi · Sec 6 T 6S R12W B · Structure no. SA2400000000062

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
220 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,100
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River in Harrison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,192 by 2044. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSaucier Lizana RD
CrossesLittle Biloxi River
LocationSec 6 T 6S R12W B
RouteCounty Highway 2110
Coordinates30.55083, -89.22529
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating8.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+7 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2024)
Projected traffic3,192 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Saucier Lizana RD over Little Biloxi River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.