US Bridges

FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River

Good

Harrison County, Mississippi · Sec 8 T 7S R10W B · Structure no. SA2400000000195

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
3,060 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River in Harrison County, Mississippi. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,629 by 2044. The structure is 3,060 ft (932.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesFAS139-LORRAINE RD
CrossesBiloxi River
LocationSec 8 T 7S R10W B
RouteCounty Highway 139
Coordinates30.45383, -89.0097
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating28.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+66 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length3,060 ft (932.7 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2024)
Projected traffic4,629 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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$23 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River carry?

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River?

The structure is 3,060 ft (932.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FAS139-LORRAINE RD over Biloxi River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.