Blue Ridge Parkway over U.s. Route 221

Fair Condition57 years old810 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAvery
Location7.0 Miles From Us. Route
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesU.s. Route 221
Coordinates36.08556, -81.82917

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignBox Beam - Single/Spread
Total Length100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Area305 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1969

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic810 (2013)
Truck Traffic8%
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 Number5140099P0000000

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