Blue Ridge Parkway over Bamboo Road

Fair Condition85 years old2,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWatauga
Location9.2 Miles From U.s. Route
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesBamboo Road
Coordinates36.19193, -81.60310

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignFrame
Total Length25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Max Span25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area82.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1941

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,300 (2013)
Truck Traffic1%
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 Number5140093P0000000

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