Lenoir County Bridge Report Card
Lenoir County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lenoir County, North Carolina
Lenoir County has 145 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.1% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,900 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lenoir County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 145 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,900 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 | 2.1% | 4.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.0% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.7% | 1.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 32 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 597,365 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 | 2.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 32 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,900 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lenoir County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc903 over Neuse River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,900 | 1977 |
| Sr1578 over Briery Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1960 |
| Sr1141 over Horn Pipe Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,200 | 1980 |
| Nc118 over Contentnea Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 3,900 | 1975 |
| Us70 Nc148ramp over Trib. To Falling Creek | High traffic | Good | 24,000 | 2014 |
| Nc11 over Eagle Swamp | High traffic | Fair | 17,000 | 1958 |
| Nc11n over Contentnea Creek | High traffic | Fair | 15,000 | 1969 |
| Us70wb Us258n over Neuse River Ovrflw. | High traffic | Good | 14,750 | 1955 |
| Us70w;us258n over Neuse River | High traffic | Fair | 14,750 | 1956 |
| Us70e Us258s over Neuse River Ovrflw. | High traffic | Fair | 14,750 | 1967 |
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.