Northampton County Bridge Report Card
Northampton County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Northampton County, North Carolina
Northampton County has 84 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.4% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 660 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Northampton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 84 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 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 | 2.4% | 4.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 159,750 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 | 2.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 660 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Northampton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1344 over Corduroy Swamp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1953 |
| Sr1356 over Br. Of Kirbys Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 1979 |
| I95n over Roanoke River | High traffic | Fair | 22,500 | 1999 |
| I95 Sbl over Roanoke River | High traffic | Fair | 22,500 | 1999 |
| Nc48 over Roanoke River Overflow | High traffic | Fair | 12,000 | 1988 |
| Us158 Us301 over Roanoke River Over. | High traffic | Fair | 9,300 | 1978 |
| Nc46 over I95 | High traffic | Fair | 6,600 | 1960 |
| Nc46 Nc186 over Arthurs Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,600 | 1990 |
| Nc46 over Lees Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,700 | 1955 |
| Us158 over Trouble Field Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 2024 |
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.