Blue Ridge Parkway over Riceville Road

Good Condition77 years old5,007 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
Location0.7 Miles To U.s. Route 7
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesRiceville Road
Coordinates35.59414, -82.48412

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Max Span24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Width62.0 ft (18.9 m)
Deck Area138.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1949

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 Number5140116P0000000

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