Randolph County Bridge Report Card
Randolph County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Randolph County, North Carolina
Randolph County has 399 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.8% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 9,490 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Randolph County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 399 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 9,490 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 | 1.8% | 3.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.6% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.5% | 1.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 38 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,472,819 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 | 1.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 38 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 9,490 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Randolph County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1558 over H.pt. Thomasville Den.rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,800 | 1966 |
| Sr2269 Ramp over I73 I74 Us220 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,400 | 1962 |
| Sr1004 over Caraway Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,200 | 1976 |
| Sr2613 over Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 380 | 1976 |
| Sr1002 over Branch Of Little Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 360 | 1971 |
| Sr2464 over Rocky River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1991 |
| Art Bryan Dr. over Branch Of Hasketts Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1974 |
| Sr2116 over Pole Cat Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,500 | 1966 |
| Sr1922 over Muddy Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,000 | 1983 |
| I85n over Branch Of Uwharrie River | High traffic | Fair | 141,000 | 1981 |
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.