Craven County Bridge Report Card
Craven County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Craven County, North Carolina
Craven County has 148 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.4% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,240 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Craven County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 148 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,240 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 | 3.4% | 6.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.0% | 4.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 881,455 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 | 3.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,240 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Craven County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1224 over Rollover Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 950 | 1981 |
| Sr1642 over Ut To Palmetto Swp. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 480 | 1970 |
| Sr1465 over Swift Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1973 |
| Gray Fox Rd(closed over East Prong Slocum Crk. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1983 |
| Sr1620 over Morgan Swamp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 210 | 1985 |
| Nc43 over Neuse River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 13,000 | 1961 |
| Nc43 over Little Swift Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 7,100 | 1970 |
| Nc306 Ferry over Neuse River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 3,400 | 1970 |
| Us70 over Scotts Creek | High traffic | Fair | 45,000 | 1975 |
| Us70 over Goodwin Creek | High traffic | Good | 30,500 | 1956 |
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.