Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70
GoodBuncombe County, North Carolina · 1.1 Miles to I-40 · Structure no. 5140117P0000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70 in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70 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 U.S. Route 70 carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70?
The structure is 64 ft (19.6 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 70?
It is owned by the National Park Service.