These factors can lead to construction savings. Modern timber bridges can be an economical alternative. Bridge costs vary and tend to be site-specific, but the construction characteristics of timber, coupled with modern timber bridge performance, can make these bridges a competitive option in small bridge construction. Timber bridges are simple and feature the warmth and beauty of wood. They are equally well-suited to rural or town settings.
Timber bridges are immune to the deteriorating effects of deicing chemicals.
Timber is a renewable resource important to Mississippi's economy. The bridge is on William Adams Road off Highway 32 about 6 miles from Charleston, the county seat. The bridge crosses Tillatoba Creek and lies on a paved road. The previous bridge was an old nailed-timber deck on a timber pile foundation. It rests on a new timber pile foundation.