Blue Ridge Pkwy. over Us221 Us321

Good Condition44 years old1,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWatauga
Location0.2 Mi.s.jct.sr1539
CarriesBlue Ridge Pkwy.
CrossesUs221 Us321
Coordinates36.14781, -81.66258

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length232.9 ft (71 m)
Max Span115.8 ft (35.3 m)
Deck Width36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Area788.1 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1982

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,800 (2018)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001890007

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