US Bridges

Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · US 78 * Cane Ck · Structure no. 007325

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,054
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 5 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 10,054 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,162 by 2045. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesAl - 5 (us 78)
CrossesCane Ck
LocationUS 78 * Cane Ck
RouteState Highway 5
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.69235, -86.9815
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,054 (2025)
Projected traffic18,162 by 2045
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck carry?

About 10,054 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Al - 5 (us 78) over Cane Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.