Duplin County Bridge Report Card
Duplin County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Duplin County, North Carolina
Duplin County has 207 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.2% is above the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,990 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Duplin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 207 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,990 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 | 7.2% | 14.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.9% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 479,990 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 | 7.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 13,990 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Duplin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc241 over Limestone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,400 | 1950 |
| Sr1301 over Grove Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1952 |
| Sr1004 over Outlaws Pond Spillway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1978 |
| Sr1306 over NE Cape Fear River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,400 | 1996 |
| Nc50 over Cypress Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1978 |
| Sr1340 over Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1993 |
| Sr1192 over Carltons Mill Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 590 | 1976 |
| Sr1307 over Nahunga Swamp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1953 |
| Sr1534 over Poley Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 450 | 1970 |
| Sr1112 over Buckhall Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 430 | 1979 |
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.