Blue Ridge Parkway over Metz Run & Road

Fair Condition66 years old1,061 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyRoanoke
Location1.2 Miles To Va Route 691
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesMetz Run & Road
Coordinates37.17572, -80.06297

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length303.1 ft (92.4 m)
Max Span76.1 ft (23.2 m)
Deck Width34.8 ft (10.6 m)
Deck Area979.4 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,061 (2012)
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number5140043P0000000

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