Leaf River Bridge on Sims Road Reopens in Forrest County
The Leaf River bridge on Sims Road in Forrest County, Mississippi, reopened on Friday, October 23rd, at 4 p.m. The public is advised to exercise caution as it remains an active construction zone.
Hattiesburg Laurel, MS, October 23, 2026 —
The Leaf River bridge on Sims Road in Forrest County, Mississippi, reopened to the public on Friday, October 23, at 4 p.m., according to the information provided about the reopening.
The bridge remains an active construction zone, and the public has been advised to exercise caution when using it. The reopening therefore does not mean that construction activity has ended. No further details were provided about the work still underway or the areas where construction may be taking place.
The year of the October 23 reopening was not specified. Information about the construction schedule, the expected completion date, traffic arrangements, and any restrictions on bridge use was also not provided. The available announcement does not describe the condition of the bridge or identify a source for the caution advisory.
For now, the reported update is limited to the bridge’s reopening time and its continued status as an active construction zone. The public advisory is to proceed cautiously. No additional information was provided about changes to the route, access for particular types of vehicles, or what travelers should expect at the site.
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