Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek

Fair Condition71 years old1,061 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyFloyd
Location14.7 Miles To U.s. Route
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesPaynes Creek
Coordinates36.96911, -80.16375

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length26.2 ft (8 m)
Max Span11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Deck Area92.8 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,061 (2012)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number5140048P0000000

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