Perquimans County Bridge Report Card
Perquimans County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Perquimans County, North Carolina
Perquimans County has 39 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.6% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 400 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Perquimans County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 39 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 400 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 | 2.6% | 5.1 |
| 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 | 28 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 89,230 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 | 2.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 28 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 400 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Perquimans County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1224 over Swamp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1989 |
| Us17 over Bethel Creek | High traffic | Fair | 13,500 | 1969 |
| Us17n over Little River | High traffic | Fair | 9,250 | 1969 |
| Us17s over Little River | High traffic | Fair | 9,250 | 1969 |
| Us17s Nc37s over Perquimans River | High traffic | Fair | 8,750 | 1965 |
| Us17 N Nc37 over Perquimans River | High traffic | Good | 8,750 | 1994 |
| Sr1336 over Raccoon Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,000 | 1958 |
| Us17bus over Perquimans River | High traffic | Good | 4,100 | 2022 |
| Sr1367 over Little River | High traffic | Good | 3,700 | 2009 |
| Nc37 over Burnt Mill Creek | High traffic | Good | 2,900 | 2011 |
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.