US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief
FairEtowah County, Alabama · .7 MI W Little Cove Creek · Structure no. 016383
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,255
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 14,255 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,957 by 2042. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief carry?
About 14,255 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns US 278 over Little Cove Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.