Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek
GoodAlleghany County, North Carolina · 1.1 Miles from Nc Route 1 · Structure no. 5140082P0000000
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,347
- 2010 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek in Alleghany County, North Carolina. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,347 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,482 by 2030. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek carry?
About 1,347 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7.1 m).
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Little Glade Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.