US 278 over Branch
Fair Condition91 years old1,908 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Cherokee |
| Location | 9 Mi E Jct SR 9 * 74 |
| Carries | US 278 |
| Crosses | Branch |
| Coordinates | 33.98000, -85.48167 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Culvert | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Culvert |
| Total Length | 35.1 ft (10.7 m) |
| Max Span | 9.8 ft (3 m) |
| Deck Area | 78.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1935 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 1,908 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 17% |
| 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 | 001278 |