Blue Ridge Parkway over U.s. Route 421
Poor Condition25 years old2,300 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| Location | 15.0 Miles From Nc Route |
| Carries | Blue Ridge Parkway |
| Crosses | U.s. Route 421 |
| Coordinates | 36.23022, -81.49972 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Poor |
| Deck | 5 (Fair) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 4 (Poor) |
| Scour Critical | Not applicable |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Box Beam - Single/Spread |
| Total Length | 267.4 ft (81.5 m) |
| Max Span | 144.0 ft (43.9 m) |
| Deck Width | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 888.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 2001 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,300 (2013) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
| Lanes Under Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 723 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | National Park Service |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 5140091P0000000 |