Mitchell County Bridge Report Card
Mitchell County scores 52 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Mitchell County, North Carolina
Mitchell County has 127 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 28 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 22.0% is above the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 16,040 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Mitchell County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 52/100 (F). The county has 127 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 28 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 16,040 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 | 22.0% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 10.1% of measured traffic | 7.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 159,504 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 | 22.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 16,040 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Mitchell County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1403 over N.toe River N&s Rr. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,200 | 1986 |
| Sr1121 over North Toe River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,200 | 1970 |
| Sr1211 over Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,200 | 1966 |
| Sr1211 over Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1971 |
| Sr1140 over Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 850 | 1959 |
| Nc261 over Fall Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1954 |
| Sr1002 over Big Crabtree Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1966 |
| Sr1171 over Snow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1969 |
| Sr1352 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1963 |
| Sr1325 over Beans Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1958 |
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.