US 278 over Browns Creek
Fair Condition91 years old7,886 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah |
| Location | 2 Mi. West Al 77 |
| Carries | US 278 |
| Crosses | Browns Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.04500, -86.15667 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Tee Beam |
| Total Length | 91.9 ft (28 m) |
| Max Span | 30.8 ft (9.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 28.9 ft (8.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 246.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1935 (reconstructed 1953) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 7,886 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 18% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 423 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 004508 |