Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River
FairHarrison County, Mississippi · Sec 5 T 7S R 9W B · Structure no. SA2400000000074
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 420 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River in Harrison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2042. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old HWY 15 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River?
The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Old HWY 15 over Tchoutacabouffa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.