Old U.s. 280 over Cahaba River
Fair Condition101 years old6,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Jefferson |
| Location | Old 280 * Cahaba River |
| Carries | Old U.s. 280 |
| Crosses | Cahaba River |
| Coordinates | 33.43167, -86.71333 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 5 (Fair) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 319.9 ft (97.5 m) |
| Max Span | 65.9 ft (20.1 m) |
| Deck Width | 26.9 ft (8.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 799.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1925 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 6,000 (2014) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | December 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | City/Municipal Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000311 |