LEGAL NOTICE FOR BRIDGE RELOCATION OPPORTUNITY STATE HIGHWAY 32 BRIDGE SPANNING TALLAHATCHIE RIVER TALLAHATCHIE COUNTY   The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is offering the State Highway 32 Bridge spanning the Tallahatchie River 7.7 miles of US 49 E in Tallahatchie County to the public for relocation, preservation, and maintenance. Built in 1949, will soon be replaced and must be removed in compliance with Federal regulations. The Steel Truss bridge has been determined eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Relocation of the bridge approach section is not mandatory.   Individuals or organizations may submit relocation and preservation proposals which will be reviewed by the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, the Federal Highway Administration, and MDOT. If a relocation proposal is approved, MDOT will reimburse the recipient the relocation cost provided it does not exceed the estimated cost of the demolition as determined by MDOT. The transfer deed will include preservation covenants which will require the new owner(s) to preserve and maintain the structure and its architectural elements in accordance with standards established by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior. In addition, potential recipients will assume all legal and financial responsibilities associated with the bridge.   Interested parties should present formal proposals by October 1, 2025, to: Brian Childs / MDOT Interim District Engineer / PO Box 660 / Batesville, MS 38606 / (662) 563-4541.   Adam Johnson, P.E. Environmental Division Director Miss. Dept. of Transportation 9/3, 9/16/2025 #11622332