Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway
GoodAvery County, North Carolina · 5.2 Miles from U.S. Route · Structure no. 5140100P0000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,020
- 2011 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway is a concrete arch - deck carrying Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway in Avery County, North Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,020 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,122 by 2031. The structure is 70 ft (21.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway 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 Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway carry?
About 1,020 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway?
The structure is 70 ft (21.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Nc Route 181 over Blue Ridge Parkway?
It is owned by the National Park Service.