Lincoln County Bridge Report Card
Lincoln County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lincoln County, North Carolina
Lincoln County has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.9% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 25,540 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lincoln County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 25,540 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 | 5.9% | 11.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.1% of measured traffic | 2.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.8% | 3.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 819,435 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 | 5.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 25,540 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lincoln County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1282 over Clark Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,500 | 1964 |
| Nc150 over Ut To S. Fork Catawba Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,500 | 1955 |
| Sr1406 over Pedestrian Walkway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,400 | 1934 |
| Sr1172 over Ut To Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1968 |
| Sr1360 over Anderson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,400 | 1950 |
| Sr1123 over Ut To Howards Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 850 | 1982 |
| Sr1123 over Howards Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 850 | 1984 |
| Sr1404 over Leepers Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 750 | 1966 |
| Sr1168 over Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1961 |
| Sr1217 over Pott Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 190 | 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.