Nash County Bridge Report Card
Nash County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Nash County, North Carolina
Nash County has 263 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 10 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.6% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 56,200 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Nash County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 263 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 10 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 56,200 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 | 4.6% | 9.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.2% of measured traffic | 2.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.8% | 7.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,756,050 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 | 4.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 56,200 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Nash County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1714 over Tar River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15,500 | 1959 |
| Us64bus over Tar River Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13,500 | 1950 |
| Nc43bus Nc48 over Tar River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,100 | 1937 |
| Sr1544 over Stoney Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,000 | 1977 |
| Sr2340 over Compass Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,400 | 1975 |
| Us64a over Us64 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,100 | 1977 |
| Sr1713 over Maple Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,000 | 1976 |
| Sr1603 over Sapony Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1970 |
| Nc561 over Fishing Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1947 |
| Sr1124 over Norfolk Southern | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 750 | 1969 |
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.