Old Fords Valley over Big Cove Creek
Fair Condition87 years old353 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah |
| Location | 0.2 Mi S Of Fords Vlly RD |
| Carries | Old Fords Valley |
| Crosses | Big Cove Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.96673, -85.84177 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 28.9 ft (8.8 m) |
| Max Span | 28.9 ft (8.8 m) |
| Deck Width | 20.3 ft (6.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 54.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1939 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 353 (2004) |
| Truck Traffic | 10% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | County Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 002062 |