Blue Ridge Parkway over Ravine
Poor Condition86 years old5,007 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | McDowell |
| Location | 2.4 Miles To U.s. Route 2 |
| Carries | Blue Ridge Parkway |
| Crosses | Ravine |
| Coordinates | 35.93764, -81.95775 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Poor |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 4 (Poor) |
| Substructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | Not applicable |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 103.0 ft (31.4 m) |
| Max Span | 42.7 ft (13 m) |
| Deck Width | 32.8 ft (10 m) |
| Deck Area | 314 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1940 (reconstructed 1985) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 5,007 (2013) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On 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 | 5140108P0000000 |