Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276
FairHaywood County, North Carolina · 18.3 Miles to Nc Route 19 · Structure no. 5140126P0000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,878
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276 is a concrete frame carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276 in Haywood County, North Carolina. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,878 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,066 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 276 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276 carry?
About 1,878 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276?
The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 276?
It is owned by the National Park Service.