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| Title | Repairs on the Irwin's View Trail |
| Date | October 14, 1976 |
| Description | Photograph shows a truck with fill dirt during repair efforts on the Irwin's View Trail in the Linville Falls area near mile post 318.3 in section 2K of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Taken by C. E. Westveer on October 14, 1976. |
| Commentary | Linville Falls became a popular tourist and hiking spot when the Blue Ridge Parkway was built going through the area. The trails in the area were heavily used and required upkeep to keep them in good shape. |
| Location |
Location Name: Linville Falls Parkway Milepost: 316.4
Latitude: 35.94957
Longitude: -81.92678 |
| Creator Individual | C.E. Westveer |
| Tags |
Linville Falls (N.C.)
Photographs Road damage Trails Trucks |
| Credit | Courtesy National Park Service, Blue Ridge Parkway |
