US 278 over Black Warrior River
GoodEtowah County, Alabama · US 278 @ Warrior River · Structure no. 019357
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,058
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Black Warrior River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 over Black Warrior River 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 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 River built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Black Warrior River 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 River carry?
About 6,058 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Black Warrior River?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over Black Warrior River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.