Alamance County Bridge Report Card
Alamance County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Alamance County, North Carolina
Alamance County has 244 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.9% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,065 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Alamance County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 244 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,065 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 4.9% | 9.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.8% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.4% | 0.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 38 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,818,585 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 4.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 38 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 32,065 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Alamance County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1928 over Southern R.r. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16,000 | 1972 |
| Nc49 over Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,200 | 1976 |
| Nc87 over Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,600 | 1929 |
| Sr2133 over Prong Haw Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,700 | 1950 |
| Sr1005 over Wells Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,300 | 1950 |
| Sr1003 over Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 775 | 1950 |
| Sr1594 over Basin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 750 | 1984 |
| Sr1003 over South Fork Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1950 |
| Sr1605 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1960 |
| Sr1754 over Jordans Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1989 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.