Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell Creek
FairFloyd County, Virginia · 3.9 Miles to Va Route 8 · Structure no. 5140165P0000000
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,061
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell Creek in Floyd County, Virginia. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Howell Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell 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 Howell Creek carry?
About 1,061 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Howell Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.