Roanoke River Park over Ravine
FairRoanoke County, Virginia · 1.1 Miles to Blue Ridge P · Structure no. 5140200P0000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 603 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Roanoke River Park over Ravine is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying Roanoke River Park over Ravine in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 5 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 6,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,410 by 2032. The structure is 603 ft (183.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Roanoke River Park over Ravine built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Roanoke River Park over Ravine 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 Roanoke River Park over Ravine carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Roanoke River Park over Ravine?
The structure is 603 ft (183.8 m) long with a longest span of 152 ft (46.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Roanoke River Park over Ravine?
It is owned by the National Park Service.