US 78 over Cane Creek
GoodSt. Clair County, Alabama · .2 Mile E Cook Springs RD · Structure no. 019870
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,071
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Cane Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 over Cane Creek in St. Clair County, Alabama. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 1,071 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,760 by 2044. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Cane Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 over Cane Creek 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 78 over Cane Creek carry?
About 1,071 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Cane Creek?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Cane Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.