Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 80
FairYancey County, North Carolina · 13.2 Miles to Nc Route 22 · Structure no. 5140114P0000000
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 126 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,007
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 80 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 80 in Yancey County, North Carolina. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 5,007 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,507 by 2033. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 Nc Route 80 built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 80 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 80 carry?
About 5,007 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 80?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Nc Route 80?
It is owned by the National Park Service.