US 278; SR 74 over Duck Creek

Fair Condition85 years old8,205 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyCullman
Location5.6 Mi E Jct Sr69 * Us278
CarriesUS 278; SR 74
CrossesDuck Creek
Coordinates34.17167, -86.69667

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length288.4 ft (87.9 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width29.5 ft (9 m)
Deck Area791.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1941

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,205 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number002594

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