US 278 over Black Warrior Relief
GoodEtowah County, Alabama · 0.1E of Blk Warrior River · Structure no. 019348
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,058
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Black Warrior Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 over Black Warrior Relief in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,058 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,481 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Black Warrior Relief built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Black Warrior Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 over Black Warrior Relief carry?
About 6,058 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Black Warrior Relief?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over Black Warrior Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.