Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak Creek
GoodAshe County, North Carolina · 2.9 Miles from Nc Route 1 · Structure no. 5140166P0000000
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2011 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak Creek in Ashe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,530 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak 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 Peak Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Peak Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.