Blue Ridge Parkway over U.s. Route 226

Fair Condition87 years old5,007 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMitchell
Location3.4 Miles To Nc Route 112
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesU.s. Route 226
Coordinates35.85282, -82.05070

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignFrame
Total Length32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Max Span32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area101.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1939

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,007 (2011)
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 Number5140110P0000000

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