US 278 West Bound over Big Cove Creek
Good Condition28 years old5,856 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah |
| Location | US 278 @ Big Cove Creek |
| Carries | US 278 West Bound |
| Crosses | Big Cove Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.98773, -85.90824 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 350.1 ft (106.7 m) |
| Max Span | 69.9 ft (21.3 m) |
| Deck Width | 42.7 ft (13 m) |
| Deck Area | 1387.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 5 |
| Year Built | 1998 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 5,856 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 4% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
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 | 016385 |