County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek
PoorPosted for loadMarshall County, Alabama · 40 Ft E JCT 79 · Structure no. 001839
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 52
- 1994 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek in Marshall County, Alabama. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 52 vehicles a day, projected to reach 53 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek carry?
About 52 vehicles per day (1994 count).
How long is County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns County HWY 1178 over Big Spring Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.