Hertford County Bridge Report Card
Hertford County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hertford County, North Carolina
Hertford County has 59 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.1% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,090 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hertford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 59 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,090 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 | 5.1% | 10.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.0% of measured traffic | 0.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 28 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 106,860 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 | 5.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 28 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,090 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hertford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1112 over Ahoskie Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 750 | 1980 |
| Sr1155 over Cutawhiskie Swamp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1955 |
| Sr1306 over Br.of Liverman Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1993 |
| Us13 Nc42 Nc561 over Sclrr | High traffic | Fair | 13,000 | 1938 |
| Nc11 Nc42 over Turkey Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,200 | 1923 |
| Nc42 over Ahoskie Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,200 | 2016 |
| Us13 Nc42 over Ahoskie Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,700 | 2011 |
| Us13 Nc42 over Ahoskie Creek Overflow | High traffic | Good | 6,700 | 2011 |
| Us258 over Meherrin River | High traffic | Fair | 4,700 | 1991 |
| Nc11 over Potecasi Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,600 | 1965 |
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.