Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215
FairHaywood County, North Carolina · 11.3 Miles to U.S. Route · Structure no. 5140128P0000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,878
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215 is a concrete frame carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215 in Haywood County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215 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 Nc Route 215 carry?
About 1,878 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 215?
It is owned by the National Park Service.