CO 178 over Branch - Colbert
GoodTalladega County, Alabama · 1.5 MI W Al 21 · Structure no. 006039
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,375
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO 178 over Branch - Colbert is a concrete culvert carrying CO 178 over Branch - Colbert in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 1,375 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2038. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 CO 178 over Branch - Colbert built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO 178 over Branch - Colbert 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 CO 178 over Branch - Colbert carry?
About 1,375 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is CO 178 over Branch - Colbert?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m).
Who owns CO 178 over Branch - Colbert?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.