Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 18

Fair Condition87 years old1,347 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAshe
Location0.8 Miles From Nc Route 1
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesNc Route 18
Coordinates36.39106, -81.24525

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length49.5 ft (15.1 m)
Max Span49.5 ft (15.1 m)
Deck Width30.2 ft (9.2 m)
Deck Area138.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1939

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,347 (2011)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number5140089P0000000

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