Al - 4 (us 78) over Cahaba River

Fair Condition71 years old2,825 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyJefferson
LocationAl - 4 Cahaba River
CarriesAl - 4 (us 78)
CrossesCahaba River
Coordinates33.54597, -86.61336

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignTee Beam
Total Length315.0 ft (96 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area969.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,825 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number004770

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