Brunswick County Bridge Report Card
Brunswick County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Brunswick County, North Carolina
Brunswick County has 168 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.9% is above the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 116,960 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Brunswick County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 168 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 116,960 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 | 8.9% | 17.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.8% of measured traffic | 5.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.6% | 1.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 34 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,499,826 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 | 8.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 34 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 116,960 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Brunswick County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us17 over Us76 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 33,000 | 1968 |
| Nc211(closed) over Dutchmans Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 27,500 | 1922 |
| Nc211(closed) over Cp&l Discharge Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 21,000 | 1972 |
| Sr1472 over Sturgeon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,600 | 1944 |
| Nc133 over Orton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,600 | 1955 |
| Sr1437 over Sturgeon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,100 | 1953 |
| Nc133 over Mallory Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,100 | 1991 |
| Sr1140 over Br.little Shallotte Rvr. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,900 | 1990 |
| Sr1191 over The Millpond Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,500 | 1968 |
| Nc906 over Sarah Hole | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,400 | 1952 |
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.