US 278 over Payne Branch
GoodEtowah County, Alabama · 0.1W of Blk Warrior River · Structure no. 019831
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- Daily traffic
- 5,918
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Payne Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Payne Branch 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 5,918 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,285 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Payne Branch built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Payne Branch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 over Payne Branch carry?
About 5,918 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Payne Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 278 over Payne Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.