Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell Creek

Fair Condition91 years old1,061 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyFloyd
Location3.9 Miles To Va Route 8
CarriesBlue Ridge Parkway
CrossesHowell Creek
Coordinates36.88750, -80.26658

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Max Span12.1 ft (3.7 m)
Deck Area98.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1935

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 Number5140165P0000000

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