MDOT Issues Immediate Weight Changes for Some County Bridges

CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Department of Transportation has issued immediate weight changes for 12 bridges in Chickasaw County.

MDOT wants those carrying heavy loads, such as loggers, commercial haulers and farmers, to be aware of the changes.

The postings for the following bridges have been removed:

• Bridge No. 198 on State Route 245, 3.4 miles south of the Lee County line.

•  Bridge No. 198.8 on State Route 245, 2.6 miles south of the Lee County line.

• Bridge No. 199 on State Route 245, 2.4 miles south of the Lee County line.

• Bridge No. 199.1 on State Route 245, 2.3 miles south of the Lee County line.

• Bridge No. 199.2 on State Route 245, 2.2 miles south of the Lee County line.

• Bridge No. 199.6 on State Route 245, 1.8 miles south of the Lee County line.

• Bridge No. 200.3 on State Route 245, 1.1 miles south of the Lee County line.

• Bridge No. 131.7 on State Route 8, 1.8 miles east of the Natchez Trace.

• Bridge No. 131.9 on State Route 8, 1.9 miles east of the Natchez Trace.

• Bridge No. 132 on State Route 8, 2.1 miles east of the Natchez Trace.

• Bridge No. 133 on State Route 8, 3.1 miles east of the Natchez Trace.

MDOT has upgraded bridge No. 136.6 on State Route 8, 6.7 miles east of the Natchez Trace to 29 tons for all H-trucks and 38 tons for short-axle trucks.

If you have any questions or concerns, call (601) 359-7225 for more information.