Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60
FairAmherst County, Virginia · 15.9 Miles to Va Route 13 · Structure no. 5140005P0000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 474
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60 in Amherst County, Virginia. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 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 474 vehicles a day, projected to reach 521 by 2032. The structure is 78 ft (23.7 m) long and 35 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 | 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 60 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60 carry?
About 474 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60?
The structure is 78 ft (23.7 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over U.S. Route 60?
It is owned by the National Park Service.