Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8
GoodFloyd County, Virginia · 12.5 Miles to U.S. Route · Structure no. 5140052P0000000
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 460
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8 is a concrete frame carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8 in Floyd County, Virginia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 460 vehicles a day, projected to reach 506 by 2043. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8 built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8 carry?
About 460 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8?
The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 8?
It is owned by the National Park Service.