Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek
FairFloyd County, Virginia · 14.7 Miles to U.S. Route · Structure no. 5140048P0000000
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,061
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek in Floyd County, Virginia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,061 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,167 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 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 Paynes Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek 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 Paynes Creek carry?
About 1,061 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Paynes Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.