Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 16

Good Condition88 years old1,347 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAshe
Location13.1 Miles From Nc Route
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesNc Route 16
Coordinates36.31336, -81.36319

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignFrame
Total Length44.3 ft (13.5 m)
Max Span44.3 ft (13.5 m)
Deck Width33.5 ft (10.2 m)
Deck Area137.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1938

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 Number5140090P0000000

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