Nc181 over Blue Ridge Parkway

Fair Condition91 years old2,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAvery
Location.2 Mi.n.jct.sr1521
CarriesNc181
CrossesBlue Ridge Parkway
Coordinates36.00465, -81.89042

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Max Span67.9 ft (20.7 m)
Deck Width37.7 ft (11.5 m)
Deck Area301.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1935

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,900 (2021)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000110008

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