Blue Ridge Parkway over I-26

Fair Condition60 years old6,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
Location1.8 Miles To Nc Route 191
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesI-26
Coordinates35.49608, -82.56594

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length512.1 ft (156.1 m)
Max Span94.8 ft (28.9 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area1670.3 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,200 (2023)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number5140124P0000000

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