Davidson County Bridge Report Card
Davidson County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Davidson County, North Carolina
Davidson County has 341 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.4% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 107,970 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Davidson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 341 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 107,970 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 | 4.4% | 8.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.9% of measured traffic | 3.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.3% | 0.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 2,201,080 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 | 4.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 107,970 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Davidson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc8 over Southern Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13,500 | 1971 |
| I85nbus Us29 Us70 over Sr3346 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 12,000 | 1950 |
| I85n.bus Us29 70 over Southern Railway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,000 | 1950 |
| I85s.bus Us29 Us70 over Southern Railway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,000 | 1950 |
| I85n.bus Us29 Us70 over Wssb Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10,250 | 1950 |
| I85buss Us29 Us70 over Wssb Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10,250 | 1950 |
| Nc109 over Us64 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,700 | 1951 |
| Sr2185 over North Hambys Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,600 | 1970 |
| I85n.bus Us29 Us70 over Sr1192 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,250 | 1950 |
| I85s.bus Us29 Us70 over Sr1192 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,250 | 1950 |
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.