US 278 over Little Cove Creek
Fair Condition28 years old14,255 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah |
| Location | 2.5miles East Of 431 |
| Carries | US 278 |
| Crosses | Little Cove Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.99504, -85.92499 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 293.0 ft (89.3 m) |
| Max Span | 74.8 ft (22.8 m) |
| Deck Width | 54.8 ft (16.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 1491.3 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1998 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 14,255 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 9% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 3 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 524 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 016384 |