US 278 over Little Cove Creek

Fair Condition28 years old14,255 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyEtowah
Location2.5miles East Of 431
CarriesUS 278
CrossesLittle Cove Creek
Coordinates33.99504, -85.92499

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length293.0 ft (89.3 m)
Max Span74.8 ft (22.8 m)
Deck Width54.8 ft (16.7 m)
Deck Area1491.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,255 (2022)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016384

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