Davie County Bridge Report Card
Davie County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Davie County, North Carolina
Davie County has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.2% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,244 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Davie County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,244 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 | 3.2% | 6.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 460,434 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 | 3.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,244 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Davie County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1461 over Branch Of Elisha Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,300 | 1985 |
| Sr1436 over I40 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1968 |
| Sr1738 over Smith Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 144 | 1997 |
| I40 Wbl over Yadkin River Access Road | High traffic | Good | 46,000 | 2019 |
| I40 over Sugar Creek | High traffic | Fair | 36,000 | 1968 |
| I40 over Smith Creek | High traffic | Fair | 36,000 | 1968 |
| I40 over Bear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 31,000 | 1968 |
| Nc801 over I40 | High traffic | Good | 22,000 | 2009 |
| Us601 over I40 | High traffic | Fair | 20,000 | 1968 |
| I40 Wbl over Dutchmans Creek | High traffic | Fair | 18,750 | 1968 |
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.