US 278; SR 74 over Big Creek

Fair Condition92 years old15,349 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyCullman
Location1 Mi W Jct I65 * Us278
CarriesUS 278; SR 74
CrossesBig Creek
Coordinates34.17300, -86.89120

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length214.9 ft (65.5 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width27.2 ft (8.3 m)
Deck Area543.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1934

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,349 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number001128

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