Hyde County Bridge Report Card
Hyde County scores 79 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hyde County, North Carolina
Hyde County has 75 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.7% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,660 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hyde County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 79/100 (C). The county has 75 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,660 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 | 6.7% | 13.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.9% of measured traffic | 7.4 |
| 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 | 57,142 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 | 6.7% |
| 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 | 5,660 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hyde County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc12ferry over Hatteras Inlet | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,100 | 1992 |
| Nc45 over Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 900 | 1983 |
| Sr1128 over Canal Off Oyster Cr. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1994 |
| Sr1128 over Oyster Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1996 |
| Sr1319 over Far Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 1958 |
| Nc12 over Island Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,000 | 2008 |
| Nc12 over Old Hammock Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,000 | 2008 |
| Nc12 over Molasses Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,000 | 2008 |
| Nc12 over Parkers Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,000 | 2008 |
| Nc12 over Try Yard Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,000 | 2008 |
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.