SR4/US78 over Snow Creek
FairCalhoun County, Alabama · 2.3 MI West JCT SR 21 · Structure no. 004277
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,708
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR4/US78 over Snow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR4/US78 over Snow Creek in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,708 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,791 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR4/US78 over Snow Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR4/US78 over Snow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does SR4/US78 over Snow Creek carry?
About 12,708 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR4/US78 over Snow Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns SR4/US78 over Snow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.