Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691
GoodRoanoke County, Virginia · 1.2 Miles to Va Route 690 · Structure no. 5140042P0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,061
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691 is a concrete frame carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691 in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,061 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,167 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 47 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 Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691 built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691 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 691 carry?
About 1,061 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 691?
It is owned by the National Park Service.