US 278 West Bound over Big Cove Creek

Good Condition28 years old5,856 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyEtowah
LocationUS 278 @ Big Cove Creek
CarriesUS 278 West Bound
CrossesBig Cove Creek
Coordinates33.98773, -85.90824

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length350.1 ft (106.7 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area1387.1 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,856 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016385

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