U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway
FairBotetourt County, Virginia · 1.0 Miles to Va Route 657 · Structure no. 5140022P0000000
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 474
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway is a concrete arch - deck carrying U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway in Botetourt County, Virginia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway 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 U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway carry?
About 474 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Route 460 over Blue Ridge Parkway?
It is owned by the National Park Service.