Blue Ridge Parkway over Bent Creek Gap Road

Good Condition63 years old1,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyHenderson
Location0.43 Miles To Ferrin Knob
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesBent Creek Gap Road
Coordinates35.45256, -82.65953

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignFrame
Total Length24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Max Span24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Width50.5 ft (15.4 m)
Deck Area112.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1963

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,000 (2011)
Truck Traffic10%
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 Number5140197P0000000

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