Richmond County Bridge Report Card
Richmond County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Richmond County, North Carolina
Richmond County has 164 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Richmond County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 164 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 34 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 632,848 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 34 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Richmond County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us74bus over N. Fork Falling Creek | High traffic | Fair | 22,500 | 1945 |
| Us74 over Joes Creek | High traffic | Good | 22,000 | 1969 |
| Us74 over Solomons Creek | High traffic | Good | 21,000 | 2001 |
| Us74e over Us74e.bus Connector | High traffic | Good | 20,500 | 2000 |
| Us74 Wbl over Sr1825 | High traffic | Good | 19,000 | 2000 |
| Us74 over Trib. Of Pee Dee River | High traffic | Good | 17,500 | 2001 |
| Sr1646 over Falling Creek | High traffic | Good | 16,000 | 1968 |
| Us74 Ebl over Nc381 & Csx R.r. | High traffic | Good | 16,000 | 2000 |
| Us220s over Hitchcock Creek | High traffic | Fair | 15,500 | 1968 |
| Us74 Wbl over Nc381 Csx R.r. | High traffic | Good | 15,000 | 2000 |
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.