Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway
GoodRoanoke County, Virginia · 0.4 Miles to Va Route 116 · Structure no. 5140031P0000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,188
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway is a concrete arch - deck carrying Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,188 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,607 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway 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 Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway carry?
About 4,188 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway?
The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Va Route 617 over Blue Ridge Parkway?
It is owned by the National Park Service.