Granville County Bridge Report Card
Granville County scores 74 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Granville County, North Carolina
Granville County has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.7% is above the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 34,250 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Granville County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 74/100 (C). The county has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 34,250 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 | 8.7% | 17.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.6% of measured traffic | 5.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.3% | 2.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 452,967 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 | 8.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 34,250 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Granville County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1139 over Fork Of Reeds Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1956 |
| Nc56 over I85 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 17,500 | 1969 |
| Nc56 over Ledge Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,900 | 1967 |
| Us15 over Tar River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,200 | 1924 |
| Sr1133 over Tar River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,600 | 1960 |
| Sr1609 over Tabbs Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 460 | 1955 |
| Sr1306 over North Fork Tar River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1974 |
| Sr1620 over Gibbs Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 310 | 1984 |
| Sr1323 over Grassy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 260 | 1975 |
| Sr1524 over Tabbs Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1963 |
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.